1977 Ford Cortina vs. 2009 Ford E-250
To start off, 2009 Ford E-250 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-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford E-250 (225 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 139 more horse power than 1977 Ford Cortina. (86 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford E-250 should accelerate faster than 1977 Ford Cortina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Ford Cortina weights approximately 144 kg more than 2009 Ford E-250.
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-250 (388 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 248 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Ford Cortina. (140 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Ford E-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Ford Cortina. 2009 Ford E-250 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-250 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1977 Ford Cortina | 2009 Ford E-250 | |
Make | Ford | Ford |
Model | Cortina | E-250 |
Year Released | 1977 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1997 cc | 4606 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 86 HP | 225 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 140 Nm | 388 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 966 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 5520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 2020 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 2120 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 3510 mm |