1976 Ford Cortina vs. 2010 Chrysler Town & Country
To start off, 2010 Chrysler Town & Country 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 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Chrysler Town & Country is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Chrysler Town & Country (197 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 1976 Ford Cortina. (90 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Chrysler Town & Country should accelerate faster than 1976 Ford Cortina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Chrysler Town & Country weights approximately 1009 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 1976 Ford Cortina is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1976 Ford Cortina. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Chrysler Town & Country, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Town & Country (311 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 189 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Ford Cortina. (122 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Chrysler Town & Country will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Ford Cortina. 2010 Chrysler Town & Country 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 Town & Country will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Ford Cortina | 2010 Chrysler Town & Country | |
| Make | Ford | Chrysler |
| Model | Cortina | Town & Country |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1592 cc | 3800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 122 Nm | 311 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1035 kg | 2044 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 5144 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1953 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1814 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 3078 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 76 L |
