1977 Ford Cortina vs. 2005 Marcos TS
To start off, 2005 Marcos TS 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 3,273 cc (6 cylinders), 1977 Ford Cortina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Marcos TS (178 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1977 Ford Cortina. (108 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Marcos TS should accelerate faster than 1977 Ford Cortina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Ford Cortina weights approximately 35 kg more than 2005 Marcos TS.
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, 2005 Marcos TS (224 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Ford Cortina. (221 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2005 Marcos TS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Ford Cortina.
Compare all specifications:
1977 Ford Cortina | 2005 Marcos TS | |
Make | Ford | Marcos |
Model | Cortina | TS |
Year Released | 1977 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3273 cc | 2544 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 178 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 221 Nm | 224 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1075 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4010 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1160 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2230 mm |