1977 Ford Cortina vs. 2004 Toyota Camry
To start off, 2004 Toyota Camry is newer by 27 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 2,360 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Toyota Camry is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Toyota Camry (157 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1977 Ford Cortina. (108 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Toyota Camry should accelerate faster than 1977 Ford Cortina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Toyota Camry weights approximately 297 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 1977 Ford Cortina is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1977 Ford Cortina. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Toyota Camry, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2004 Toyota Camry (220 Nm) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Ford Cortina. (176 Nm). This means 2004 Toyota Camry will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Ford Cortina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Ford Cortina | 2004 Toyota Camry | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Cortina | Camry |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2294 cc | 2360 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 157 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 88.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 60.1 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1128 kg | 1425 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 70 L |
