1976 Ford Cortina vs. 2006 Land Rover LR3
To start off, 2006 Land Rover LR3 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 4,015 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Land Rover LR3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Land Rover LR3 (216 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 143 more horse power than 1976 Ford Cortina. (73 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Land Rover LR3 should accelerate faster than 1976 Ford Cortina.
Because 2006 Land Rover LR3 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 LR3 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 LR3 (365 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 248 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Ford Cortina. (117 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2006 Land Rover LR3 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 LR3 | |
Make | Ford | Land Rover |
Model | Cortina | LR3 |
Year Released | 1976 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1593 cc | 4015 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 73 HP | 216 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 117 Nm | 365 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4860 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1920 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1900 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2890 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 86 L |