1977 Ford Cortina vs. 2002 Porsche Boxster
To start off, 2002 Porsche Boxster 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 3,179 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Porsche Boxster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Porsche Boxster (256 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 148 more horse power than 1977 Ford Cortina. (108 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Porsche Boxster should accelerate faster than 1977 Ford Cortina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Porsche Boxster weights approximately 192 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, 2002 Porsche Boxster (320 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 144 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Ford Cortina. (176 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2002 Porsche Boxster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Ford Cortina.
Compare all specifications:
1977 Ford Cortina | 2002 Porsche Boxster | |
Make | Ford | Porsche |
Model | Cortina | Boxster |
Year Released | 1977 | 2002 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 2294 cc | 3179 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 256 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 176 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 93.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 60.1 mm | 78 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 11.0:1 |
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 | 1320 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4330 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2420 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 64 L |