1977 Ford Cortina vs. 2005 Jeep Liberty
To start off, 2005 Jeep Liberty is newer by 28 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 3,687 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Jeep Liberty is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Jeep Liberty (211 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 1977 Ford Cortina. (108 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Jeep Liberty should accelerate faster than 1977 Ford Cortina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Jeep Liberty weights approximately 640 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Jeep Liberty (319 Nm) has 143 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Ford Cortina. (176 Nm). This means 2005 Jeep Liberty will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Ford Cortina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Ford Cortina | 2005 Jeep Liberty | |
| Make | Ford | Jeep |
| Model | Cortina | Liberty |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2294 cc | 3687 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 211 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 319 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 60.1 mm | 91 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 9.1:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1128 kg | 1768 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 78 L |
