1977 Ford Cortina vs. 1982 Jeep CJ7
To start off, 1982 Jeep CJ7 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Ford Cortina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Ford Cortina would be higher. At 4,093 cc (6 cylinders), 1977 Ford Cortina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Ford Cortina (123 HP @ 3700 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1982 Jeep CJ7. (85 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Ford Cortina should accelerate faster than 1982 Jeep CJ7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Jeep CJ7 weights approximately 150 kg more than 1977 Ford Cortina.
Because 1982 Jeep CJ7 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1977 Ford Cortina. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1982 Jeep CJ7 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, 1977 Ford Cortina (289 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 139 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Jeep CJ7. (150 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1977 Ford Cortina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Jeep CJ7.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Ford Cortina | 1982 Jeep CJ7 | |
| Make | Ford | Jeep |
| Model | Cortina | CJ7 |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4093 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3700 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 289 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1290 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 3900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2380 mm |
