1976 Ford Cortina vs. 2002 Hyundai Equus
To start off, 2002 Hyundai Equus is newer by 26 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 4,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Hyundai Equus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Hyundai Equus (194 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 1976 Ford Cortina. (90 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Hyundai Equus should accelerate faster than 1976 Ford Cortina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Hyundai Equus weights approximately 820 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.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2002 Hyundai Equus (271 Nm) has 149 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Ford Cortina. (122 Nm). This means 2002 Hyundai Equus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Ford Cortina. 2002 Hyundai Equus has automatic transmission and 1976 Ford Cortina has manual transmission. 1976 Ford Cortina will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Hyundai Equus will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Ford Cortina | 2002 Hyundai Equus | |
| Make | Ford | Hyundai |
| Model | Cortina | Equus |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1592 cc | 4500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 194 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 122 Nm | 271 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1035 kg | 1855 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 5070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2760 mm |
