1976 Ford Cortina vs. 2004 Opel Frontera
To start off, 2004 Opel Frontera 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 3,165 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Opel Frontera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Opel Frontera (202 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 1976 Ford Cortina. (107 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Opel Frontera should accelerate faster than 1976 Ford Cortina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Opel Frontera weights approximately 630 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 2004 Opel Frontera is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1976 Ford Cortina. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Opel Frontera will offer significantly more control. 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 Opel Frontera (290 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 113 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Ford Cortina. (177 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2004 Opel Frontera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Ford Cortina.
Compare all specifications:
1976 Ford Cortina | 2004 Opel Frontera | |
Make | Ford | Opel |
Model | Cortina | Frontera |
Year Released | 1976 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2294 cc | 3165 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 107 HP | 202 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 177 Nm | 290 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 1720 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4280 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2470 mm |