1976 Ford Cortina vs. 2004 Lotec C 1000
To start off, 2004 Lotec C 1000 is newer by 28 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 5,500 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Lotec C 1000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Lotec C 1000 (844 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 771 more horse power than 1976 Ford Cortina. (73 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Lotec C 1000 should accelerate faster than 1976 Ford Cortina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Ford Cortina weights approximately 34 kg more than 2004 Lotec C 1000.
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, 2004 Lotec C 1000 (990 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 873 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Ford Cortina. (117 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2004 Lotec C 1000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Ford Cortina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Ford Cortina | 2004 Lotec C 1000 | |
| Make | Ford | Lotec |
| Model | Cortina | C 1000 |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1593 cc | 5500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 73 HP | 844 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 117 Nm | 990 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1114 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1150 mm |
