1977 Ford Cortina vs. 2008 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2008 Volkswagen Passat 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 2,294 cc (6 cylinders), 1977 Ford Cortina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Ford Cortina (108 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2008 Volkswagen Passat. (104 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Ford Cortina should accelerate faster than 2008 Volkswagen Passat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 369 kg more than 1977 Ford Cortina.
Because 1977 Ford Cortina is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1977 Ford Cortina. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Volkswagen Passat, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Volkswagen Passat (250 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Ford Cortina. (176 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Ford Cortina.
Compare all specifications:
1977 Ford Cortina | 2008 Volkswagen Passat | |
Make | Ford | Volkswagen |
Model | Cortina | Passat |
Year Released | 1977 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2294 cc | 1895 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 176 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 79.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 60.1 mm | 95.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 19.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1128 kg | 1497 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 70 L |