1977 Ford Cortina vs. 2001 Toyota MR2
To start off, 2001 Toyota MR2 is newer by 24 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, 2001 Toyota MR2 (140 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1977 Ford Cortina. (108 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Toyota MR2 should accelerate faster than 1977 Ford Cortina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Toyota MR2 weights approximately 482 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, 1977 Ford Cortina (176 Nm) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Toyota MR2. (170 Nm). This means 1977 Ford Cortina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Toyota MR2.
Compare all specifications:
1977 Ford Cortina | 2001 Toyota MR2 | |
Make | Ford | Toyota |
Model | Cortina | MR2 |
Year Released | 1977 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 2294 cc | 1799 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 140 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Torque | 176 Nm | 170 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1128 kg | 1610 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 3890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1250 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2470 mm |