1976 Ford Cortina vs. 2005 Toyota Crown
To start off, 2005 Toyota Crown 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 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Toyota Crown is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Crown (220 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 147 more horse power than 1976 Ford Cortina. (73 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Crown should accelerate faster than 1976 Ford Cortina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Crown weights approximately 556 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 Toyota Crown (294 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 177 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Ford Cortina. (117 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2005 Toyota Crown will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Ford Cortina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Ford Cortina | 2005 Toyota Crown | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Cortina | Crown |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1593 cc | 2996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 73 HP | 220 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 117 Nm | 294 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 11.3:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1114 kg | 1670 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2790 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 75 L |
