1977 Ford Cortina vs. 2012 Toyota Venza
To start off, 2012 Toyota Venza is newer by 35 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 3,456 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Toyota Venza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Toyota Venza (269 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 161 more horse power than 1977 Ford Cortina. (108 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Toyota Venza should accelerate faster than 1977 Ford Cortina.
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, 2012 Toyota Venza, 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, 2012 Toyota Venza (334 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 158 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Ford Cortina. (176 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 Toyota Venza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Ford Cortina. 2012 Toyota Venza has automatic transmission and 1977 Ford Cortina has manual transmission. 1977 Ford Cortina will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Toyota Venza will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1977 Ford Cortina | 2012 Toyota Venza | |
Make | Ford | Toyota |
Model | Cortina | Venza |
Year Released | 1977 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2294 cc | 3456 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 269 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 176 Nm | 334 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2780 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 67 L |