1982 Ford Cortina vs. 2011 Jeep Grand Cherokee
To start off, 2011 Jeep Grand Cherokee is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Ford Cortina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Ford Cortina would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Jeep Grand Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Jeep Grand Cherokee (290 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 230 more horse power than 1982 Ford Cortina. (60 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Jeep Grand Cherokee should accelerate faster than 1982 Ford Cortina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Jeep Grand Cherokee weights approximately 1087 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.
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, 2011 Jeep Grand Cherokee (352 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 260 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Ford Cortina. (92 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2011 Jeep Grand Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Ford Cortina. 2011 Jeep Grand Cherokee has automatic transmission and 1982 Ford Cortina has manual transmission. 1982 Ford Cortina will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Jeep Grand Cherokee will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Ford Cortina | 2011 Jeep Grand Cherokee | |
| Make | Ford | Jeep |
| Model | Cortina | Grand Cherokee |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1294 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 60 HP | 290 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 92 Nm | 352 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 2087 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4821 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1938 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1763 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2916 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 93 L |
