1977 Ford Cortina vs. 1999 Ford Expedition
To start off, 1999 Ford Expedition is newer by 22 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 4,604 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Ford Expedition (238 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 130 more horse power than 1977 Ford Cortina. (108 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 1977 Ford Cortina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Ford Expedition weights approximately 1232 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 1999 Ford Expedition 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, 1999 Ford Expedition 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, 1999 Ford Expedition (397 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 221 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Ford Cortina. (176 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1999 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Ford Cortina. 1999 Ford Expedition 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. 1999 Ford Expedition will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Ford Cortina | 1999 Ford Expedition | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Cortina | Expedition |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2294 cc | 4604 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 238 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 397 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1128 kg | 2360 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 5200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 2000 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 3030 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 132 L |
