1976 Ford Cortina vs. 2007 Toyota Dyna
To start off, 2007 Toyota Dyna 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 2,986 cc, 2007 Toyota Dyna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Toyota Dyna (90 HP) has 36 more horse power than 1976 Ford Cortina. (54 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Dyna should accelerate faster than 1976 Ford Cortina.
Because 2007 Toyota Dyna 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, 2007 Toyota Dyna 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, 2007 Toyota Dyna (192 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Ford Cortina. (91 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Toyota Dyna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Ford Cortina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Ford Cortina | 2007 Toyota Dyna | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Cortina | Dyna |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 2986 cc |
| Horse Power | 54 HP | 90 HP |
| Torque | 91 Nm | 192 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1970 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2550 mm |
