1976 Ford Cortina vs. 2010 Dodge Charger
To start off, 2010 Dodge Charger 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Dodge Charger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Dodge Charger (250 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 177 more horse power than 1976 Ford Cortina. (73 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Dodge Charger should accelerate faster than 1976 Ford Cortina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Dodge Charger weights approximately 610 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 2010 Dodge Charger is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1976 Ford Cortina. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Dodge Charger 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, 2010 Dodge Charger (339 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 222 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Ford Cortina. (117 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2010 Dodge Charger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Ford Cortina. 2010 Dodge Charger 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 Dodge Charger will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Ford Cortina | 2010 Dodge Charger | |
| Make | Ford | Dodge |
| Model | Cortina | Charger |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1593 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 73 HP | 250 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 117 Nm | 339 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1114 kg | 1724 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 5083 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1892 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1478 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 3048 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 72 L |
