1976 Ford Cortina vs. 2010 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2010 Mercedes-Benz C 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 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Mercedes-Benz C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mercedes-Benz C (451 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 378 more horse power than 1976 Ford Cortina. (73 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 1976 Ford Cortina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 745 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.
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 Mercedes-Benz C (600 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 483 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Ford Cortina. (117 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2010 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Ford Cortina. 2010 Mercedes-Benz C 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 Mercedes-Benz C will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Ford Cortina | 2010 Mercedes-Benz C | |
| Make | Ford | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Cortina | C |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1593 cc | 6200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 73 HP | 451 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 117 Nm | 600 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1035 kg | 1780 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4727 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1796 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1438 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2761 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 66 L |
