2006 Chevrolet Avalanche vs. 1977 Ford Cortina
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Avalanche is newer by 29 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 5,328 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet Avalanche is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet Avalanche (295 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 209 more horse power than 1977 Ford Cortina. (86 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Avalanche should accelerate faster than 1977 Ford Cortina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Ford Cortina weights approximately 32 kg more than 2006 Chevrolet Avalanche.
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, 2006 Chevrolet Avalanche (455 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 315 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Ford Cortina. (140 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Avalanche will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Ford Cortina.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Chevrolet Avalanche | 1977 Ford Cortina | |
Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
Model | Avalanche | Cortina |
Year Released | 2006 | 1977 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5328 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 295 HP | 86 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 455 Nm | 140 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1078 kg | 1110 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5640 mm | 4380 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2580 mm |