1977 Ford Cortina vs. 2011 Subaru Outback
To start off, 2011 Subaru Outback 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 4,093 cc (6 cylinders), 1977 Ford Cortina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Subaru Outback (170 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1977 Ford Cortina. (123 HP @ 3700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Subaru Outback should accelerate faster than 1977 Ford Cortina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Subaru Outback weights approximately 477 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.
Because 2011 Subaru Outback is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1977 Ford Cortina. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Subaru Outback will offer significantly more control. 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 59 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Subaru Outback. (230 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1977 Ford Cortina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Subaru Outback.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Ford Cortina | 2011 Subaru Outback | |
| Make | Ford | Subaru |
| Model | Cortina | Outback |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4093 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 170 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3700 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 289 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1617 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1821 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1669 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2741 mm |
