1977 Ford Cortina vs. 1987 Vauxhall Astra
To start off, 1987 Vauxhall Astra is newer by 10 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 2,294 cc (6 cylinders), 1977 Ford Cortina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Ford Cortina (108 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1987 Vauxhall Astra. (53 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Ford Cortina should accelerate faster than 1987 Vauxhall Astra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Ford Cortina weights approximately 294 kg more than 1987 Vauxhall Astra. 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, 1987 Vauxhall Astra, 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 (176 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Vauxhall Astra. (84 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1977 Ford Cortina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Vauxhall Astra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Ford Cortina | 1987 Vauxhall Astra | |
| Make | Ford | Vauxhall |
| Model | Cortina | Astra |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2294 cc | 1196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 84 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1128 kg | 834 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2530 mm |
