1976 Ford Cortina vs. 2009 GMC Envoy

To start off, 2009 GMC Envoy 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 4,161 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 GMC Envoy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 GMC Envoy (285 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 229 more horse power than 1976 Ford Cortina. (56 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 GMC Envoy should accelerate faster than 1976 Ford Cortina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 GMC Envoy weights approximately 1490 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 2009 GMC Envoy 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, 2009 GMC Envoy 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, 2009 GMC Envoy (375 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 284 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Ford Cortina. (91 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 GMC Envoy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Ford Cortina. 2009 GMC Envoy 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. 2009 GMC Envoy will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

1976 Ford Cortina 2009 GMC Envoy
Make Ford GMC
Model Cortina Envoy
Year Released 1976 2009
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1298 cc 4161 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 56 HP 285 HP
Engine RPM 5500 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 91 Nm 375 Nm
Torque RPM 3000 RPM 4600 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear 4WD
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 945 kg 2435 kg
Vehicle Length 4270 mm 4870 mm
Vehicle Width 1710 mm 1900 mm
Vehicle Height 1330 mm 1830 mm
Wheelbase Size 2450 mm 2880 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 55 L 83 L


 

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