1976 Ford Cortina vs. 2008 Land Rover LR2
To start off, 2008 Land Rover LR2 is newer by 32 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 3,201 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Land Rover LR2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Land Rover LR2 (230 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 157 more horse power than 1976 Ford Cortina. (73 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Land Rover LR2 should accelerate faster than 1976 Ford Cortina.
Because 2008 Land Rover LR2 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, 2008 Land Rover LR2 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, 2008 Land Rover LR2 (317 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 200 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Ford Cortina. (117 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2008 Land Rover LR2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Ford Cortina. 2008 Land Rover LR2 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. 2008 Land Rover LR2 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1976 Ford Cortina | 2008 Land Rover LR2 | |
Make | Ford | Land Rover |
Model | Cortina | LR2 |
Year Released | 1976 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1593 cc | 3201 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 73 HP | 230 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 117 Nm | 317 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87.7 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 10.8:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 2180 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1750 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2670 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 70 L |