1976 Ford Cortina vs. 2005 Toyota Sequoia
To start off, 2005 Toyota Sequoia 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 4,664 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Toyota Sequoia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Sequoia (238 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 137 more horse power than 1976 Ford Cortina. (101 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Sequoia should accelerate faster than 1976 Ford Cortina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Sequoia weights approximately 1238 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 Toyota Sequoia 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 Toyota Sequoia 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 Toyota Sequoia (427 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 275 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Ford Cortina. (152 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Toyota Sequoia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Ford Cortina. 2005 Toyota Sequoia has automatic transmission and 1976 Ford Cortina has manual transmission. 1976 Ford Cortina will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Toyota Sequoia will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Ford Cortina | 2005 Toyota Sequoia | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Cortina | Sequoia |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1993 cc | 4664 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 238 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 152 Nm | 427 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90.8 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 84 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1062 kg | 2300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 5190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1870 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 3010 mm |
