1977 Ford Cortina vs. 2002 Land Rover Range Rover
To start off, 2002 Land Rover Range Rover is newer by 25 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 4,093 cc (6 cylinders), 1977 Ford Cortina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Land Rover Range Rover (175 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1977 Ford Cortina. (123 HP @ 3700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Land Rover Range Rover should accelerate faster than 1977 Ford Cortina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Land Rover Range Rover weights approximately 1300 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 2002 Land Rover Range Rover 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, 2002 Land Rover Range Rover 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, 2002 Land Rover Range Rover (391 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Ford Cortina. (289 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2002 Land Rover Range Rover will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Ford Cortina. 2002 Land Rover Range Rover 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. 2002 Land Rover Range Rover will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1977 Ford Cortina | 2002 Land Rover Range Rover | |
Make | Ford | Land Rover |
Model | Cortina | Range Rover |
Year Released | 1977 | 2002 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4093 cc | 2926 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 175 HP |
Engine RPM | 3700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 289 Nm | 391 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 2440 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4960 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 2200 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1830 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2800 mm |