1977 Ford Cortina vs. 2011 Ford Ranger
To start off, 2011 Ford Ranger is newer by 34 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 4,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Ford Ranger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Ford Ranger (207 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 1977 Ford Cortina. (108 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ford Ranger should accelerate faster than 1977 Ford Cortina.
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, 2011 Ford Ranger (322 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Ford Cortina. (221 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2011 Ford Ranger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Ford Cortina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Ford Cortina | 2011 Ford Ranger | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Cortina | Ranger |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3273 cc | 4000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 207 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 221 Nm | 322 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 5171 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1763 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1684 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 3193 mm |
