1977 Ford Cortina vs. 2008 Hyundai Terracan
To start off, 2008 Hyundai Terracan is newer by 31 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 3,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Hyundai Terracan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Hyundai Terracan (110 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1977 Ford Cortina. (86 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Hyundai Terracan should accelerate faster than 1977 Ford Cortina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Hyundai Terracan weights approximately 1045 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 2008 Hyundai Terracan 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, 2008 Hyundai Terracan 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, 2008 Hyundai Terracan (300 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Ford Cortina. (140 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Hyundai Terracan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Ford Cortina. 2008 Hyundai Terracan 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. 2008 Hyundai Terracan will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Ford Cortina | 2008 Hyundai Terracan | |
| Make | Ford | Hyundai |
| Model | Cortina | Terracan |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 3497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 110 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 2155 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2760 mm |
