1977 Ford Cortina vs. 2013 GMC Acadia
To start off, 2013 GMC Acadia is newer by 36 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 GMC Acadia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 GMC Acadia (284 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 176 more horse power than 1977 Ford Cortina. (108 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 GMC Acadia should accelerate faster than 1977 Ford Cortina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 GMC Acadia weights approximately 1075 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 2013 GMC Acadia 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, 2013 GMC Acadia 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, 2013 GMC Acadia (366 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 190 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Ford Cortina. (176 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2013 GMC Acadia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Ford Cortina. 2013 GMC Acadia 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. 2013 GMC Acadia will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1977 Ford Cortina | 2013 GMC Acadia | |
Make | Ford | GMC |
Model | Cortina | Acadia |
Year Released | 1977 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2294 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 284 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 176 Nm | 366 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 60.1 mm | 85 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1128 kg | 2203 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 5101 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 2003 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1846 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 3020 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 83 L |