1976 Ford Cortina vs. 2009 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2009 Mercedes-Benz C 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 2,148 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Mercedes-Benz C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mercedes-Benz C (148 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 1976 Ford Cortina. (73 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 1976 Ford Cortina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 426 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.
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 Mercedes-Benz C (340 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 223 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Ford Cortina. (117 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2009 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Ford Cortina.
Compare all specifications:
1976 Ford Cortina | 2009 Mercedes-Benz C | |
Make | Ford | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Cortina | C |
Year Released | 1976 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1593 cc | 2148 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 73 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 117 Nm | 340 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87.7 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 88.3 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 18.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1114 kg | 1540 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4350 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 62 L |