1976 Ford Cortina vs. 2006 Lexus RX
To start off, 2006 Lexus RX 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 2,995 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Lexus RX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Lexus RX (201 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 145 more horse power than 1976 Ford Cortina. (56 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Lexus RX should accelerate faster than 1976 Ford Cortina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Lexus RX weights approximately 490 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 2006 Lexus RX 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 Lexus RX 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 Lexus RX (283 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 192 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Ford Cortina. (91 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Lexus RX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Ford Cortina. 2006 Lexus RX 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. 2006 Lexus RX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Ford Cortina | 2006 Lexus RX | |
| Make | Ford | Lexus |
| Model | Cortina | RX |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1294 cc | 2995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 56 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 91 Nm | 283 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 87 L | 72 L |
