1977 Ford Cortina vs. 2011 Lexus IS
To start off, 2011 Lexus IS 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 2,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Lexus IS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Lexus IS (204 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 118 more horse power than 1977 Ford Cortina. (86 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Lexus IS should accelerate faster than 1977 Ford Cortina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Lexus IS weights approximately 457 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, 2011 Lexus IS (251 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Ford Cortina. (140 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2011 Lexus IS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Ford Cortina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Ford Cortina | 2011 Lexus IS | |
| Make | Ford | Lexus |
| Model | Cortina | IS |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 204 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1567 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1801 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1425 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2728 mm |
