1976 Ford Cortina vs. 2009 Ford F-350
To start off, 2009 Ford F-350 is newer by 33 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 5,398 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Ford F-350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford F-350 (300 HP) has 246 more horse power than 1976 Ford Cortina. (54 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford F-350 should accelerate faster than 1976 Ford Cortina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Ford Cortina weights approximately 34 kg more than 2009 Ford F-350.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2009 Ford F-350 (495 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 404 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Ford Cortina. (91 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Ford F-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Ford Cortina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Ford Cortina | 2009 Ford F-350 | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Cortina | F-350 |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 5398 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 54 HP | 300 HP |
| Torque | 91 Nm | 495 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 966 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 5890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 3610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 115 L |
