2005 Lexus SC vs. 1977 Ford Cortina
To start off, 2005 Lexus SC is newer by 28 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 2,997 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Lexus SC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Lexus SC (225 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 139 more horse power than 1977 Ford Cortina. (86 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Lexus SC should accelerate faster than 1977 Ford Cortina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Lexus SC weights approximately 365 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, 2005 Lexus SC (290 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Ford Cortina. (140 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 Lexus SC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Ford Cortina. 1977 Ford Cortina has automatic transmission and 2005 Lexus SC has manual transmission. 2005 Lexus SC 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:
| 2005 Lexus SC | 1977 Ford Cortina | |
| Make | Lexus | Ford |
| Model | SC | Cortina |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2997 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 225 HP | 86 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 290 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1475 kg | 1110 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2580 mm |
