1977 Ford Cortina vs. 1998 Lotus GT 1
To start off, 1998 Lotus GT 1 is newer by 21 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 3,506 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Lotus GT 1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Lotus GT 1 (580 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 494 more horse power than 1977 Ford Cortina. (86 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Lotus GT 1 should accelerate faster than 1977 Ford Cortina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Ford Cortina weights approximately 60 kg more than 1998 Lotus GT 1.
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, 1998 Lotus GT 1 (391 Nm @ 6500 RPM) has 251 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Ford Cortina. (140 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1998 Lotus GT 1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Ford Cortina.
Compare all specifications:
1977 Ford Cortina | 1998 Lotus GT 1 | |
Make | Ford | Lotus |
Model | Cortina | GT 1 |
Year Released | 1977 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1997 cc | 3506 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 86 HP | 580 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 7500 RPM |
Torque | 140 Nm | 391 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1050 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 2080 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1110 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2320 mm |