1976 Ford Cortina vs. 2013 Chevrolet Corvette

To start off, 2013 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 37 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), 2013 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Chevrolet Corvette (424 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 351 more horse power than 1976 Ford Cortina. (73 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1976 Ford Cortina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 347 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, 2013 Chevrolet Corvette (575 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 458 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Ford Cortina. (117 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2013 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Ford Cortina.

Compare all specifications:

1976 Ford Cortina 2013 Chevrolet Corvette
Make Ford Chevrolet
Model Cortina Corvette
Year Released 1976 2013
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 424 HP
Engine RPM 5300 RPM 5900 RPM
Torque 117 Nm 575 Nm
Torque RPM 2700 RPM 4600 RPM
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Manual 6-speed manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 2 seats
Number of Doors 3 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1114 kg 1461 kg
Vehicle Length 4450 mm 4435 mm
Vehicle Width 1710 mm 1844 mm
Vehicle Height 1370 mm 1244 mm
Wheelbase Size 2590 mm 2685 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 54 L 68 L


 

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