1978 Ford Cortina vs. 2004 Renault Clio
To start off, 2004 Renault Clio is newer by 26 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 2,946 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Renault Clio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Renault Clio (251 HP @ 7150 RPM) has 165 more horse power than 1978 Ford Cortina. (86 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Renault Clio should accelerate faster than 1978 Ford Cortina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Renault Clio weights approximately 306 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.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2004 Renault Clio (300 Nm @ 4650 RPM) has 159 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Ford Cortina. (141 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2004 Renault Clio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Ford Cortina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Ford Cortina | 2004 Renault Clio | |
| Make | Ford | Renault |
| Model | Cortina | Clio |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2946 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 251 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 7150 RPM |
| Torque | 141 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4650 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1416 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 3850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2480 mm |
