1977 Ford Cortina vs. 1989 TVR S2
To start off, 1989 TVR S2 is newer by 12 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 2,792 cc (6 cylinders), 1989 TVR S2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 TVR S2 (151 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1977 Ford Cortina. (86 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 TVR S2 should accelerate faster than 1977 Ford Cortina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Ford Cortina weights approximately 210 kg more than 1989 TVR S2.
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, 1989 TVR S2 (220 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Ford Cortina. (140 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1989 TVR S2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Ford Cortina.
Compare all specifications:
1977 Ford Cortina | 1989 TVR S2 | |
Make | Ford | TVR |
Model | Cortina | S2 |
Year Released | 1977 | 1989 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1997 cc | 2792 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 86 HP | 151 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 140 Nm | 220 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 900 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 3970 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1450 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1120 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2290 mm |