1977 Ford Cortina vs. 1997 Toyota Avensis
To start off, 1997 Toyota Avensis is newer by 20 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 19 more horse power than 1997 Toyota Avensis. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Ford Cortina should accelerate faster than 1997 Toyota Avensis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Toyota Avensis weights approximately 227 kg more than 1977 Ford Cortina.
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, 1997 Toyota Avensis, 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, 1997 Toyota Avensis (203 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Ford Cortina. (176 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1997 Toyota Avensis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Ford Cortina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Ford Cortina | 1997 Toyota Avensis | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Cortina | Avensis |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2294 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 203 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 23.0:1 |
| 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 | 1355 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2590 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 60 L |
