1978 Ford Cortina vs. 2002 Toyota Ipsum
To start off, 2002 Toyota Ipsum is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Ford Cortina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Ford Cortina would be higher. At 2,360 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Toyota Ipsum is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Toyota Ipsum (158 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 1978 Ford Cortina. (86 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Toyota Ipsum should accelerate faster than 1978 Ford Cortina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Toyota Ipsum weights approximately 680 kg more than 1978 Ford Cortina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1978 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 1978 Ford Cortina. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Toyota Ipsum, 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, 2002 Toyota Ipsum (200 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Ford Cortina. (141 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2002 Toyota Ipsum will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Ford Cortina.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Ford Cortina | 2002 Toyota Ipsum | |
Make | Ford | Toyota |
Model | Cortina | Ipsum |
Year Released | 1978 | 2002 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2360 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 86 HP | 158 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 141 Nm | 200 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1790 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1670 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2510 mm |