1976 Ford Cortina vs. 2005 SsangYong Korando
To start off, 2005 SsangYong Korando 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 2,295 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 SsangYong Korando is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 SsangYong Korando (148 HP) has 94 more horse power than 1976 Ford Cortina. (54 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2005 SsangYong Korando should accelerate faster than 1976 Ford Cortina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 SsangYong Korando weights approximately 842 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 SsangYong Korando (213 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 122 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Ford Cortina. (91 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 SsangYong Korando will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Ford Cortina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Ford Cortina | 2005 SsangYong Korando | |
| Make | Ford | SsangYong |
| Model | Cortina | Korando |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 2295 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 54 HP | 148 HP |
| Torque | 91 Nm | 213 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.1 mm | 90.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 88.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 10.4:1 |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1842 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 70 L |
