1979 Ford Cortina vs. 1991 Porsche 911
To start off, 1991 Porsche 911 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Ford Cortina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Ford Cortina would be higher. At 3,163 cc (6 cylinders), 1991 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Porsche 911 (228 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 169 more horse power than 1979 Ford Cortina. (59 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1979 Ford Cortina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Porsche 911 weights approximately 175 kg more than 1979 Ford Cortina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1991 Porsche 911 (286 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 194 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Ford Cortina. (92 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1991 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Ford Cortina.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Ford Cortina | 1991 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Ford | Porsche |
Model | Cortina | 911 |
Year Released | 1979 | 1991 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1294 cc | 3163 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 228 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5900 RPM |
Torque | 92 Nm | 286 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1175 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1260 mm |