1993 Dodge Stealth vs. 1977 Ford Cortina
To start off, 1993 Dodge Stealth is newer by 16 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 4,093 cc (6 cylinders), 1977 Ford Cortina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Dodge Stealth (282 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 159 more horse power than 1977 Ford Cortina. (123 HP @ 3700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Dodge Stealth should accelerate faster than 1977 Ford Cortina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Dodge Stealth weights approximately 590 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 1993 Dodge Stealth is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1977 Ford Cortina. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 Dodge Stealth will offer significantly more control. 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 Stealth (428 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 139 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Ford Cortina. (289 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1993 Dodge Stealth will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Ford Cortina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Dodge Stealth | 1977 Ford Cortina | |
| Make | Dodge | Ford |
| Model | Stealth | Cortina |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2971 cc | 4093 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Torque | 428 Nm | 289 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1730 kg | 1140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2580 mm |
