1982 Chrysler E vs. 1982 Ford Cortina
To start off, both 1982 Chrysler E and 1982 Ford Cortina were released in the same year (1982). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,213 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Chrysler E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Chrysler E (141 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 1982 Ford Cortina. (60 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Chrysler E should accelerate faster than 1982 Ford Cortina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Chrysler E weights approximately 245 kg more than 1982 Ford Cortina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1982 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 1982 Ford Cortina. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1982 Chrysler E, 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, 1982 Chrysler E (228 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 136 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Ford Cortina. (92 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1982 Chrysler E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Ford Cortina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Chrysler E | 1982 Ford Cortina | |
| Make | Chrysler | Ford |
| Model | E | Cortina |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2213 cc | 1294 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 141 HP | 60 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 228 Nm | 92 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1245 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2590 mm |
