1976 Ford Cortina vs. 2010 Mazda 6
To start off, 2010 Mazda 6 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 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Mazda 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mazda 6 (170 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1976 Ford Cortina. (90 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mazda 6 should accelerate faster than 1976 Ford Cortina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mazda 6 weights approximately 443 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 Mazda 6, 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 Mazda 6 (226 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Ford Cortina. (122 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Mazda 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Ford Cortina.
Compare all specifications:
1976 Ford Cortina | 2010 Mazda 6 | |
Make | Ford | Mazda |
Model | Cortina | 6 |
Year Released | 1976 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1592 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 90 HP | 170 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 122 Nm | 226 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1035 kg | 1478 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4920 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1839 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1471 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2789 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 70 L |