1977 Ford Cortina vs. 1982 Renault 14
To start off, 1982 Renault 14 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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 1977 Ford Cortina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Ford Cortina (86 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1982 Renault 14. (57 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Ford Cortina should accelerate faster than 1982 Renault 14. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Ford Cortina weights approximately 245 kg more than 1982 Renault 14. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1977 Ford Cortina is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1977 Ford Cortina. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1982 Renault 14, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 (140 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Renault 14. (92 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1977 Ford Cortina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Renault 14.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Ford Cortina | 1982 Renault 14 | |
| Make | Ford | Renault |
| Model | Cortina | 14 |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1217 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 92 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 865 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2410 mm |
