1980 Ford Cortina vs. 1999 Mercedes-Benz V
To start off, 1999 Mercedes-Benz V is newer by 19 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 2,295 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Mercedes-Benz V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Mercedes-Benz V (139 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1980 Ford Cortina. (59 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Mercedes-Benz V should accelerate faster than 1980 Ford Cortina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Mercedes-Benz V weights approximately 998 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, 1999 Mercedes-Benz V, 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, 1999 Mercedes-Benz V (210 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 118 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Ford Cortina. (92 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1999 Mercedes-Benz V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Ford Cortina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Ford Cortina | 1999 Mercedes-Benz V | |
| Make | Ford | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Cortina | V |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1294 cc | 2295 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 139 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 92 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 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 | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1002 kg | 2000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 3010 mm |
