1976 Ford Cortina vs. 2011 Lexus LFA
To start off, 2011 Lexus LFA is newer by 35 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 4,805 cc (10 cylinders), 2011 Lexus LFA is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Lexus LFA (552 HP @ 8700 RPM) has 462 more horse power than 1976 Ford Cortina. (90 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Lexus LFA should accelerate faster than 1976 Ford Cortina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Lexus LFA weights approximately 445 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, 2011 Lexus LFA (480 Nm @ 6800 RPM) has 358 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Ford Cortina. (122 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Lexus LFA will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Ford Cortina.
Compare all specifications:
1976 Ford Cortina | 2011 Lexus LFA | |
Make | Ford | Lexus |
Model | Cortina | LFA |
Year Released | 1976 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1592 cc | 4805 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 90 HP | 552 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 8700 RPM |
Torque | 122 Nm | 480 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87.7 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 12.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1035 kg | 1480 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4505 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1895 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1220 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2605 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 73 L |