1989 Chrysler Conquest vs. 1977 Ford Cortina
To start off, 1989 Chrysler Conquest is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Ford Cortina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 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 100 more horse power than 1977 Ford Cortina. (86 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Chrysler Conquest should accelerate faster than 1977 Ford Cortina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Chrysler Conquest weights approximately 215 kg more than 1977 Ford Cortina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1977 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 1977 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 178 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Ford Cortina. (140 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1989 Chrysler Conquest will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Ford Cortina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Chrysler Conquest | 1977 Ford Cortina | |
| Make | Chrysler | Ford |
| Model | Conquest | Cortina |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2555 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 186 HP | 86 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 318 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1325 kg | 1110 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2580 mm |
