1977 Ford Cortina vs. 1998 Toyota Caldina
To start off, 1998 Toyota Caldina 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 2,294 cc (6 cylinders), 1977 Ford Cortina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Toyota Caldina (133 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1977 Ford Cortina. (108 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Toyota Caldina should accelerate faster than 1977 Ford Cortina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Toyota Caldina weights approximately 212 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.
Because 1998 Toyota Caldina is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1977 Ford Cortina. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Toyota Caldina will offer significantly more control. 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 Toyota Caldina (181 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Ford Cortina. (176 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1998 Toyota Caldina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Ford Cortina.
Compare all specifications:
1977 Ford Cortina | 1998 Toyota Caldina | |
Make | Ford | Toyota |
Model | Cortina | Caldina |
Year Released | 1977 | 1998 |
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 | 133 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 176 Nm | 181 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 9.5:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1128 kg | 1340 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2590 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 60 L |