1999 Tatra T700 vs. 1978 Ford Cortina
To start off, 1999 Tatra T700 is newer by 21 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 3,495 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Tatra T700 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Tatra T700 (197 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 1978 Ford Cortina. (86 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Tatra T700 should accelerate faster than 1978 Ford Cortina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Tatra T700 weights approximately 730 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.
Let's talk about torque, 1999 Tatra T700 (301 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Ford Cortina. (141 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1999 Tatra T700 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Ford Cortina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Tatra T700 | 1978 Ford Cortina | |
| Make | Tatra | Ford |
| Model | T700 | Cortina |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1978 |
| Engine Size | 3495 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 86 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 301 Nm | 141 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1840 kg | 1110 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5140 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2580 mm |
