1977 Ford Cortina vs. 2010 Proton Arena
To start off, 2010 Proton Arena is newer by 33 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 4,093 cc (6 cylinders), 1977 Ford Cortina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Ford Cortina (123 HP @ 3700 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 2010 Proton Arena. (86 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Ford Cortina should accelerate faster than 2010 Proton Arena. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Ford Cortina weights approximately 105 kg more than 2010 Proton Arena. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2010 Proton Arena, 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, 1977 Ford Cortina (289 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 165 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Proton Arena. (124 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1977 Ford Cortina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Proton Arena.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Ford Cortina | 2010 Proton Arena | |
| Make | Ford | Proton |
| Model | Cortina | Arena |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4093 cc | 1468 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 86 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 289 Nm | 124 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1035 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2610 mm |
