1979 Ford Cortina vs. 1997 Toyota Avensis
To start off, 1997 Toyota Avensis is newer by 18 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 1,586 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Toyota Avensis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Toyota Avensis (109 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1979 Ford Cortina. (59 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Toyota Avensis should accelerate faster than 1979 Ford Cortina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Toyota Avensis weights approximately 200 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.
Because 1979 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 1979 Ford Cortina. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Toyota Avensis, 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, 1997 Toyota Avensis (145 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Ford Cortina. (92 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1997 Toyota Avensis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Ford Cortina.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Ford Cortina | 1997 Toyota Avensis | |
Make | Ford | Toyota |
Model | Cortina | Avensis |
Year Released | 1979 | 1997 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1294 cc | 1586 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 109 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 92 Nm | 145 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 9.5:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1200 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2640 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 60 L |