1976 Ford Cortina vs. 2000 Volvo S40
To start off, 2000 Volvo S40 is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Ford Cortina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Ford Cortina would be higher. At 1,946 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Volvo S40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Volvo S40 (197 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 124 more horse power than 1976 Ford Cortina. (73 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Volvo S40 should accelerate faster than 1976 Ford Cortina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Volvo S40 weights approximately 261 kg more than 1976 Ford Cortina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1976 Ford Cortina is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1976 Ford Cortina. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Volvo S40, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2000 Volvo S40 (300 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 183 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Ford Cortina. (117 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2000 Volvo S40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Ford Cortina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Ford Cortina | 2000 Volvo S40 | |
| Make | Ford | Volvo |
| Model | Cortina | S40 |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1593 cc | 1946 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 73 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 117 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1114 kg | 1375 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 60 L |
