1977 Ford Cortina vs. 2004 Toyota Previa
To start off, 2004 Toyota Previa 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 2,294 cc (6 cylinders), 1977 Ford Cortina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 108 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Toyota Previa weights approximately 647 kg more than 1977 Ford Cortina.
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 Previa, 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 Previa (251 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Ford Cortina. (176 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2004 Toyota Previa 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 Previa | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Cortina | Previa |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2294 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 82.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 60.1 mm | 94 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1128 kg | 1775 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2910 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 75 L |
