1989 Chrysler Conquest vs. 1976 Ford Cortina
To start off, 1989 Chrysler Conquest is newer by 13 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 2,555 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Chrysler Conquest is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Chrysler Conquest (186 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 1976 Ford Cortina. (101 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Chrysler Conquest should accelerate faster than 1976 Ford Cortina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Chrysler Conquest weights approximately 263 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, 1989 Chrysler Conquest, 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, 1989 Chrysler Conquest (318 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 166 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Ford Cortina. (152 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1989 Chrysler Conquest will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Ford Cortina.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Chrysler Conquest | 1976 Ford Cortina | |
Make | Chrysler | Ford |
Model | Conquest | Cortina |
Year Released | 1989 | 1976 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2555 cc | 1993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 186 HP | 101 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 318 Nm | 152 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1325 kg | 1062 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4390 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2590 mm |