1988 Dodge Spirit vs. 1976 Ford Cortina
To start off, 1988 Dodge Spirit is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Ford Cortina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Ford Cortina would be higher. At 2,499 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Dodge Spirit is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Dodge Spirit (100 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1976 Ford Cortina. (73 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Dodge Spirit should accelerate faster than 1976 Ford Cortina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Dodge Spirit weights approximately 219 kg more than 1976 Ford Cortina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1976 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 1976 Ford Cortina. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 Dodge Spirit, 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, 1988 Dodge Spirit (183 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Ford Cortina. (117 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1988 Dodge Spirit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Ford Cortina.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Dodge Spirit | 1976 Ford Cortina | |
Make | Dodge | Ford |
Model | Spirit | Cortina |
Year Released | 1988 | 1976 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2499 cc | 1593 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 73 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 183 Nm | 117 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2700 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1254 kg | 1035 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 4390 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2540 mm |