1977 Ford Cortina vs. 2005 Mazda Carol
To start off, 2005 Mazda Carol 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 4,093 cc (6 cylinders), 1977 Ford Cortina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Ford Cortina (123 HP @ 3700 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 2005 Mazda Carol. (45 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Ford Cortina should accelerate faster than 2005 Mazda Carol. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Ford Cortina weights approximately 510 kg more than 2005 Mazda Carol. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Mazda Carol is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1977 Ford Cortina. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Mazda Carol will offer significantly more control. 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, 1977 Ford Cortina (289 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 231 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mazda Carol. (58 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1977 Ford Cortina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mazda Carol. 2005 Mazda Carol has automatic transmission and 1977 Ford Cortina has manual transmission. 1977 Ford Cortina will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Mazda Carol will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Ford Cortina | 2005 Mazda Carol | |
| Make | Ford | Mazda |
| Model | Cortina | Carol |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4093 cc | 657 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 45 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3700 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 289 Nm | 58 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 630 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 3400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2370 mm |
