1994 Chrysler Town & Country vs. 1977 Ford Cortina
To start off, 1994 Chrysler Town & Country is newer by 17 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 3,778 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 Chrysler Town & Country is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Chrysler Town & Country (163 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 1977 Ford Cortina. (86 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Chrysler Town & Country should accelerate faster than 1977 Ford Cortina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Chrysler Town & Country weights approximately 694 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, 1994 Chrysler Town & Country, 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, 1994 Chrysler Town & Country (289 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 149 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Ford Cortina. (140 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1994 Chrysler Town & Country will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Ford Cortina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Chrysler Town & Country | 1977 Ford Cortina | |
| Make | Chrysler | Ford |
| Model | Town & Country | Cortina |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3778 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 86 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 289 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1804 kg | 1110 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2580 mm |
