1980 Ford Cortina vs. 1991 Plymouth Acclaim
To start off, 1991 Plymouth Acclaim is newer by 11 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 2,211 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Plymouth Acclaim is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Plymouth Acclaim (150 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 1980 Ford Cortina. (59 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Plymouth Acclaim should accelerate faster than 1980 Ford Cortina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Plymouth Acclaim weights approximately 314 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, 1991 Plymouth Acclaim, 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, 1991 Plymouth Acclaim (244 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 152 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Ford Cortina. (92 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1991 Plymouth Acclaim will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Ford Cortina.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Ford Cortina | 1991 Plymouth Acclaim | |
Make | Ford | Plymouth |
Model | Cortina | Acclaim |
Year Released | 1980 | 1991 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1294 cc | 2211 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 150 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 92 Nm | 244 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1002 kg | 1316 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4610 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2630 mm |