1977 Ford Cortina vs. 1992 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 1992 Toyota Corolla is newer by 15 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 21 more horse power than 1992 Toyota Corolla. (87 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Ford Cortina should accelerate faster than 1992 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Ford Cortina weights approximately 78 kg more than 1992 Toyota Corolla. 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, 1992 Toyota Corolla, 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 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Toyota Corolla. (111 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1977 Ford Cortina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
1977 Ford Cortina | 1992 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Ford | Toyota |
Model | Cortina | Corolla |
Year Released | 1977 | 1992 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2294 cc | 1332 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 87 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 176 Nm | 111 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 74 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 60.1 mm | 77.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 9.8:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1128 kg | 1050 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4250 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2470 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 75 L |