1977 Ford Cortina vs. 2009 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2009 Mercedes-Benz C 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 2,996 cc, 2009 Mercedes-Benz C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mercedes-Benz C (228 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 120 more horse power than 1977 Ford Cortina. (108 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 1977 Ford Cortina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 564 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.
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 Mercedes-Benz C (300 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 124 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Ford Cortina. (176 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Ford Cortina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Ford Cortina | 2009 Mercedes-Benz C | |
| Make | Ford | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Cortina | C |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2294 cc | 2996 cc |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 228 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 60.1 mm | 82.1 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 11.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1128 kg | 1692 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 66 L |
