1977 Ford Cortina vs. 2013 Porsche Cayenne
To start off, 2013 Porsche Cayenne 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 4,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Porsche Cayenne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Porsche Cayenne (395 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 309 more horse power than 1977 Ford Cortina. (86 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Porsche Cayenne should accelerate faster than 1977 Ford Cortina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Porsche Cayenne weights approximately 1030 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 Porsche Cayenne 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 Porsche Cayenne 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 Porsche Cayenne (500 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 360 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Ford Cortina. (140 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2013 Porsche Cayenne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Ford Cortina.
Compare all specifications:
1977 Ford Cortina | 2013 Porsche Cayenne | |
Make | Ford | Porsche |
Model | Cortina | Cayenne |
Year Released | 1977 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1997 cc | 4800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 86 HP | 395 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 140 Nm | 500 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel / Electric Hybrid |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 2140 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4846 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 2154 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1705 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2895 mm |