2001 Lotec Sirius vs. 1977 Ford Cortina
To start off, 2001 Lotec Sirius 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 5,987 cc (12 cylinders), 2001 Lotec Sirius is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Lotec Sirius (1,185 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 1062 more horse power than 1977 Ford Cortina. (123 HP @ 3700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Lotec Sirius should accelerate faster than 1977 Ford Cortina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Lotec Sirius weights approximately 140 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.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 Lotec Sirius (1,346 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 1057 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Ford Cortina. (289 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2001 Lotec Sirius will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Ford Cortina. 1977 Ford Cortina has automatic transmission and 2001 Lotec Sirius has manual transmission. 2001 Lotec Sirius will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1977 Ford Cortina will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Lotec Sirius | 1977 Ford Cortina | |
| Make | Lotec | Ford |
| Model | Sirius | Cortina |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 5987 cc | 4093 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 1185 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Torque | 1346 Nm | 289 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2090 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1340 mm |
