1978 Ford Cortina vs. 2009 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2009 Toyota Corolla is newer by 31 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Ford Cortina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Toyota Corolla (96 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1978 Ford Cortina. (86 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1978 Ford Cortina.
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, 2009 Toyota Corolla, 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, 1978 Ford Cortina (141 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Toyota Corolla. (130 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1978 Ford Cortina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Ford Cortina | 2009 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Cortina | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1398 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 141 Nm | 130 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2610 mm |
