1980 Ford Cortina vs. 2012 Lexus CT
To start off, 2012 Lexus CT is newer by 32 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 1,800 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Lexus CT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Lexus CT (134 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 1980 Ford Cortina. (59 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Lexus CT should accelerate faster than 1980 Ford Cortina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Lexus CT weights approximately 425 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, 2012 Lexus CT, 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, 2012 Lexus CT (192 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Ford Cortina. (92 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2012 Lexus CT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Ford Cortina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Ford Cortina | 2012 Lexus CT | |
| Make | Ford | Lexus |
| Model | Cortina | CT |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1294 cc | 1800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 92 Nm | 192 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1002 kg | 1427 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4321 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1765 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2601 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 45 L |
