1980 Ford Cortina vs. 1987 Mitsubishi Space Wagon
To start off, 1987 Mitsubishi Space Wagon is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Ford Cortina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Ford Cortina would be higher. At 1,753 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Mitsubishi Space Wagon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Mitsubishi Space Wagon (89 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1980 Ford Cortina. (59 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Mitsubishi Space Wagon should accelerate faster than 1980 Ford Cortina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Mitsubishi Space Wagon weights approximately 48 kg more than 1980 Ford Cortina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1980 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 1980 Ford Cortina. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 Mitsubishi Space Wagon, 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, 1987 Mitsubishi Space Wagon (138 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Ford Cortina. (92 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1987 Mitsubishi Space Wagon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Ford Cortina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Ford Cortina | 1987 Mitsubishi Space Wagon | |
| Make | Ford | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Cortina | Space Wagon |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1294 cc | 1753 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 92 Nm | 138 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1002 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2640 mm |
