1979 Ford Cortina vs. 2000 Vauxhall Astra
To start off, 2000 Vauxhall Astra is newer by 21 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 1,796 cc, 2000 Vauxhall Astra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Vauxhall Astra (123 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1979 Ford Cortina. (59 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Vauxhall Astra should accelerate faster than 1979 Ford Cortina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Vauxhall Astra weights approximately 205 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, 2000 Vauxhall Astra, 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, 2000 Vauxhall Astra (170 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Ford Cortina. (92 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2000 Vauxhall Astra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Ford Cortina.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Ford Cortina | 2000 Vauxhall Astra | |
Make | Ford | Vauxhall |
Model | Cortina | Astra |
Year Released | 1979 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1294 cc | 1796 cc |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 123 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 92 Nm | 170 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1205 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4280 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2610 mm |