1977 Ford Cortina vs. 2009 Ford E-150
To start off, 2009 Ford E-150 is newer by 32 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 4,606 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Ford E-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford E-150 (225 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 1977 Ford Cortina. (108 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford E-150 should accelerate faster than 1977 Ford Cortina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Ford Cortina weights approximately 162 kg more than 2009 Ford E-150.
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, 2009 Ford E-150 (389 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 213 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Ford Cortina. (176 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Ford E-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Ford Cortina. 2009 Ford E-150 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. 2009 Ford E-150 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Ford Cortina | 2009 Ford E-150 | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Cortina | E-150 |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2294 cc | 4606 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 225 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 389 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1128 kg | 966 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 6030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 2120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 3510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 132 L |
