1976 Ford Cortina vs. 2012 Toyota Land Cruiser

To start off, 2012 Toyota Land Cruiser is newer by 36 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 5,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Toyota Land Cruiser (381 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 308 more horse power than 1976 Ford Cortina. (73 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Toyota Land Cruiser should accelerate faster than 1976 Ford Cortina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 1501 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 2012 Toyota Land Cruiser 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, 2012 Toyota Land Cruiser 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, 2012 Toyota Land Cruiser (543 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 426 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Ford Cortina. (117 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2012 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Ford Cortina. 2012 Toyota Land Cruiser 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. 2012 Toyota Land Cruiser will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

1976 Ford Cortina 2012 Toyota Land Cruiser
Make Ford Toyota
Model Cortina Land Cruiser
Year Released 1976 2012
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1593 cc 5700 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Horse Power 73 HP 381 HP
Engine RPM 5300 RPM 5600 RPM
Torque 117 Nm 543 Nm
Torque RPM 2700 RPM 3600 RPM
Drive Type Rear 4WD
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 7 seats
Number of Doors 3 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1114 kg 2615 kg
Vehicle Length 4450 mm 4950 mm
Vehicle Width 1710 mm 1971 mm
Vehicle Height 1370 mm 1880 mm
Wheelbase Size 2590 mm 2850 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 54 L 93 L


 

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