1993 Dodge Spirit vs. 1978 Ford Cortina
To start off, 1993 Dodge Spirit is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Ford Cortina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Ford Cortina would be higher. At 2,213 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Dodge Spirit is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Dodge Spirit (150 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1978 Ford Cortina. (86 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Dodge Spirit should accelerate faster than 1978 Ford Cortina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Dodge Spirit weights approximately 206 kg more than 1978 Ford Cortina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1978 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 1978 Ford Cortina. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 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, 1993 Dodge Spirit (244 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Ford Cortina. (141 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1993 Dodge Spirit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Ford Cortina.
Compare all specifications:
1993 Dodge Spirit | 1978 Ford Cortina | |
Make | Dodge | Ford |
Model | Spirit | Cortina |
Year Released | 1993 | 1978 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2213 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 150 HP | 86 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 244 Nm | 141 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1316 kg | 1110 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 4380 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2580 mm |