1976 Ford Cortina vs. 2005 Porsche Cayenne
To start off, 2005 Porsche Cayenne is newer by 29 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 3,195 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Porsche Cayenne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Porsche Cayenne (247 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 191 more horse power than 1976 Ford Cortina. (56 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Porsche Cayenne should accelerate faster than 1976 Ford Cortina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Porsche Cayenne weights approximately 1215 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 2005 Porsche Cayenne 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, 2005 Porsche Cayenne 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, 2005 Porsche Cayenne (311 Nm) has 220 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Ford Cortina. (91 Nm). This means 2005 Porsche Cayenne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Ford Cortina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Ford Cortina | 2005 Porsche Cayenne | |
| Make | Ford | Porsche |
| Model | Cortina | Cayenne |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 3195 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 56 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 91 Nm | 311 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 63 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 11.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 945 kg | 2160 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 100 L |
