2001 Ford Ranger vs. 1977 Ford Cortina
To start off, 2001 Ford Ranger is newer by 24 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 2,497 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Ford Ranger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Ford Cortina (108 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 0 more horse power than 2001 Ford Ranger. (108 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1977 Ford Cortina should accelerate faster than 2001 Ford Ranger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Ford Ranger weights approximately 632 kg more than 1977 Ford Cortina.
Because 2001 Ford Ranger 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, 2001 Ford Ranger 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, 2001 Ford Ranger (266 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Ford Cortina. (176 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2001 Ford Ranger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Ford Cortina.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Ford Ranger | 1977 Ford Cortina | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Ranger | Cortina |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 2294 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 266 Nm | 176 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1760 kg | 1128 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2590 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 54 L |
