1989 Ford Capri vs. 1976 Ford Cortina

To start off, 1989 Ford Capri 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 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Ford Capri is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Ford Capri (134 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1976 Ford Cortina. (73 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Ford Capri should accelerate faster than 1976 Ford Cortina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Ford Cortina weights approximately 22 kg more than 1989 Ford Capri.

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 Ford Capri, 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 Ford Capri (183 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Ford Cortina. (117 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1989 Ford Capri will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Ford Cortina.

Compare all specifications:

1989 Ford Capri 1976 Ford Cortina
Make Ford Ford
Model Capri Cortina
Year Released 1989 1976
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1598 cc 1593 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 134 HP 73 HP
Engine RPM 5000 RPM 5500 RPM
Torque 183 Nm 117 Nm
Torque RPM 3000 RPM 2700 RPM
Engine Bore Size 78 mm 87.7 mm
Engine Stroke Size 83.6 mm 66 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 7.9:1 9.2:1
Drive Type Front Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 4 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 3 doors
Vehicle Weight 1092 kg 1114 kg
Vehicle Length 4230 mm 4490 mm
Vehicle Width 1640 mm 1710 mm
Vehicle Height 1290 mm 1370 mm
Wheelbase Size 2410 mm 2590 mm


 

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