1979 Chrysler Avenger vs. 1972 Ford Cortina
To start off, 1979 Chrysler Avenger is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Ford Cortina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Ford Cortina would be higher. At 1,298 cc (4 cylinders), 1972 Ford Cortina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Chrysler Avenger (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1972 Ford Cortina. (56 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Chrysler Avenger should accelerate faster than 1972 Ford Cortina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Ford Cortina weights approximately 164 kg more than 1979 Chrysler Avenger.
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, 1979 Chrysler Avenger (93 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Ford Cortina. (91 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1979 Chrysler Avenger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Ford Cortina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Chrysler Avenger | 1972 Ford Cortina | |
| Make | Chrysler | Ford |
| Model | Avenger | Cortina |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1295 cc | 1298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 56 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 93 Nm | 91 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 1044 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2590 mm |
