1976 Ford Cortina vs. 2011 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter
To start off, 2011 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter 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 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter (188 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 1976 Ford Cortina. (73 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter should accelerate faster than 1976 Ford Cortina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter weights approximately 1543 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 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter (440 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 323 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Ford Cortina. (117 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2011 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Ford Cortina. 2011 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter 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. 2011 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1976 Ford Cortina | 2011 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter | |
Make | Ford | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Cortina | Sprinter |
Year Released | 1976 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1593 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 73 HP | 188 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 117 Nm | 440 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 1400 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1035 kg | 2578 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 5906 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 2024 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 2814 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 3665 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 100 L |