1977 Ford Cortina vs. 2008 Tata Sumo
To start off, 2008 Tata Sumo 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 2,956 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Tata Sumo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Ford Cortina (86 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2008 Tata Sumo. (69 HP @ 3000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Ford Cortina should accelerate faster than 2008 Tata Sumo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Tata Sumo weights approximately 690 kg more than 1977 Ford Cortina.
Because 2008 Tata Sumo 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 Tata Sumo 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 Tata Sumo (223 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Ford Cortina. (140 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Tata Sumo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Ford Cortina.
Compare all specifications:
1977 Ford Cortina | 2008 Tata Sumo | |
Make | Ford | Tata |
Model | Cortina | Sumo |
Year Released | 1977 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1997 cc | 2956 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 86 HP | 69 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Torque | 140 Nm | 223 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1800 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4258 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1726 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1925 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2425 mm |