1976 Ford Cortina vs. 2010 Jeep Liberty
To start off, 2010 Jeep Liberty 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 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Jeep Liberty is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Jeep Liberty (210 HP) has 156 more horse power than 1976 Ford Cortina. (54 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Jeep Liberty should accelerate faster than 1976 Ford Cortina.
Because 2010 Jeep Liberty 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, 2010 Jeep Liberty 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 Jeep Liberty (318 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 227 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Ford Cortina. (91 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 Jeep Liberty will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Ford Cortina. 2010 Jeep Liberty 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 Jeep Liberty will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Ford Cortina | 2010 Jeep Liberty | |
| Make | Ford | Jeep |
| Model | Cortina | Liberty |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 54 HP | 210 HP |
| Torque | 91 Nm | 318 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 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 | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4493 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1839 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1806 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2695 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 74 L |
