2005 Ford Econoline vs. 1976 Ford Cortina
To start off, 2005 Ford Econoline is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Ford Cortina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Ford Cortina would be higher. At 4,195 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Ford Econoline is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Econoline (197 HP @ 4700 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 1976 Ford Cortina. (107 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Econoline should accelerate faster than 1976 Ford Cortina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Econoline weights approximately 1235 kg more than 1976 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, 2005 Ford Econoline (338 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 161 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Ford Cortina. (177 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Ford Econoline will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Ford Cortina.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Ford Econoline | 1976 Ford Cortina | |
Make | Ford | Ford |
Model | Econoline | Cortina |
Year Released | 2005 | 1976 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4195 cc | 2294 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 107 HP |
Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 338 Nm | 177 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 2325 kg | 1090 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 4390 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2060 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3510 mm | 2590 mm |