1981 Ford Cortina vs. 1999 Toyota Yaris
To start off, 1999 Toyota Yaris is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Ford Cortina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Ford Cortina would be higher. At 1,364 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Toyota Yaris is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Toyota Yaris (84 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1981 Ford Cortina. (59 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Toyota Yaris should accelerate faster than 1981 Ford Cortina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Ford Cortina weights approximately 35 kg more than 1999 Toyota Yaris.
Because 1981 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 1981 Ford Cortina. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Toyota Yaris, 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 Toyota Yaris (131 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Ford Cortina. (92 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1999 Toyota Yaris will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Ford Cortina.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Ford Cortina | 1999 Toyota Yaris | |
Make | Ford | Toyota |
Model | Cortina | Yaris |
Year Released | 1981 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1293 cc | 1364 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 84 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 92 Nm | 131 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 63 mm | 73.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 965 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 3620 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2380 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 45 L |