1976 Ford Cortina vs. 2013 GMC Acadia

To start off, 2013 GMC Acadia 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 GMC Acadia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 GMC Acadia (284 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 211 more horse power than 1976 Ford Cortina. (73 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 GMC Acadia should accelerate faster than 1976 Ford Cortina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 GMC Acadia weights approximately 1089 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 2013 GMC Acadia is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1976 Ford Cortina. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 GMC Acadia 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, 2013 GMC Acadia (366 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 249 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Ford Cortina. (117 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2013 GMC Acadia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Ford Cortina. 2013 GMC Acadia 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. 2013 GMC Acadia will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

1976 Ford Cortina 2013 GMC Acadia
Make Ford GMC
Model Cortina Acadia
Year Released 1976 2013
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1593 cc 3600 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Horse Power 73 HP 284 HP
Engine RPM 5500 RPM 6300 RPM
Torque 117 Nm 366 Nm
Torque RPM 2700 RPM 3400 RPM
Engine Bore Size 87.7 mm 94 mm
Engine Stroke Size 66 mm 85 mm
Drive Type Rear AWD
Transmission Type Manual 6-speed automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 8 seats
Number of Doors 3 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1114 kg 2203 kg
Vehicle Length 4490 mm 5101 mm
Vehicle Width 1710 mm 2003 mm
Vehicle Height 1370 mm 1846 mm
Wheelbase Size 2590 mm 3020 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 54 L 83 L


 

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