1976 Ford Cortina vs. 2007 Daewoo Tocsa
To start off, 2007 Daewoo Tocsa is newer by 31 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 2,492 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Daewoo Tocsa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Daewoo Tocsa (153 HP) has 97 more horse power than 1976 Ford Cortina. (56 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Daewoo Tocsa should accelerate faster than 1976 Ford Cortina.
Because 1976 Ford Cortina is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1976 Ford Cortina. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Daewoo Tocsa, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2007 Daewoo Tocsa (237 Nm) has 146 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Ford Cortina. (91 Nm). This means 2007 Daewoo Tocsa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Ford Cortina. 2007 Daewoo Tocsa 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. 2007 Daewoo Tocsa will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Ford Cortina | 2007 Daewoo Tocsa | |
| Make | Ford | Daewoo |
| Model | Cortina | Tocsa |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 2492 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 56 HP | 153 HP |
| Torque | 91 Nm | 237 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4805 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2700 mm |
