1977 Ford Cortina vs. 2002 TVR T 350
To start off, 2002 TVR T 350 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 3,605 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 TVR T 350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 TVR T 350 (350 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 264 more horse power than 1977 Ford Cortina. (86 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 TVR T 350 should accelerate faster than 1977 Ford Cortina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Ford Cortina weights approximately 50 kg more than 2002 TVR T 350.
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 TVR T 350 (393 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 253 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Ford Cortina. (140 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2002 TVR T 350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Ford Cortina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Ford Cortina | 2002 TVR T 350 | |
| Make | Ford | TVR |
| Model | Cortina | T 350 |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 3605 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 350 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 7200 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 393 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1060 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 3930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2370 mm |
