1977 Ford Cortina vs. 1996 Lexus SC
To start off, 1996 Lexus SC is newer by 19 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 3,969 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Lexus SC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Lexus SC (260 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 174 more horse power than 1977 Ford Cortina. (86 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Lexus SC should accelerate faster than 1977 Ford Cortina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Lexus SC weights approximately 528 kg more than 1977 Ford Cortina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1996 Lexus SC (370 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 230 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Ford Cortina. (140 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1996 Lexus SC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Ford Cortina. 1996 Lexus SC has automatic transmission and 1977 Ford Cortina has manual transmission. 1977 Ford Cortina will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1996 Lexus SC will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1977 Ford Cortina | 1996 Lexus SC | |
Make | Ford | Lexus |
Model | Cortina | SC |
Year Released | 1977 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1997 cc | 3969 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 86 HP | 260 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 140 Nm | 370 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1638 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4860 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2700 mm |