1976 Ford Cortina vs. 2006 Land Rover Defender
To start off, 2006 Land Rover Defender is newer by 30 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 2,495 cc, 2006 Land Rover Defender is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Land Rover Defender weights approximately 992 kg more than 1976 Ford Cortina.
Because 2006 Land Rover Defender 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, 2006 Land Rover Defender 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, 2006 Land Rover Defender (300 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 123 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Ford Cortina. (177 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Land Rover Defender will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Ford Cortina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Ford Cortina | 2006 Land Rover Defender | |
| Make | Ford | Land Rover |
| Model | Cortina | Defender |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2294 cc | 2495 cc |
| Horse Power | 107 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 177 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1950 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 90.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 60.1 mm | 97 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 2082 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2800 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 75 L |
