1976 Ford Cortina vs. 2010 Chrysler 300
To start off, 2010 Chrysler 300 is newer by 34 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 5,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Chrysler 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Chrysler 300 (360 HP @ 5150 RPM) has 287 more horse power than 1976 Ford Cortina. (73 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Chrysler 300 should accelerate faster than 1976 Ford Cortina.
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, 2010 Chrysler 300 (527 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 410 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Ford Cortina. (117 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2010 Chrysler 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Ford Cortina. 2010 Chrysler 300 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. 2010 Chrysler 300 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Ford Cortina | 2010 Chrysler 300 | |
| Make | Ford | Chrysler |
| Model | Cortina | 300 |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1593 cc | 5700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 73 HP | 360 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5150 RPM |
| Torque | 117 Nm | 527 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4999 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1882 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1483 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 3048 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 72 L |
