1981 Ford Cortina vs. 2013 Hyundai Equus
To start off, 2013 Hyundai Equus is newer by 32 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 5,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Hyundai Equus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Hyundai Equus (423 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 364 more horse power than 1981 Ford Cortina. (59 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Hyundai Equus should accelerate faster than 1981 Ford Cortina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Hyundai Equus weights approximately 1106 kg more than 1981 Ford Cortina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2013 Hyundai Equus (510 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 418 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Ford Cortina. (92 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2013 Hyundai Equus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Ford Cortina. 2013 Hyundai Equus has automatic transmission and 1981 Ford Cortina has manual transmission. 1981 Ford Cortina will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Hyundai Equus will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Ford Cortina | 2013 Hyundai Equus | |
| Make | Ford | Hyundai |
| Model | Cortina | Equus |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1293 cc | 5000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 423 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 92 Nm | 510 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 63 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 11.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 2106 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 5158 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1889 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 3045 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 77 L |
