2006 Dodge Ram vs. 1976 Ford Cortina
To start off, 2006 Dodge Ram is newer by 30 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 4,703 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Dodge Ram (235 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 134 more horse power than 1976 Ford Cortina. (101 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 1976 Ford Cortina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Dodge Ram weights approximately 1281 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.
Because 2006 Dodge Ram is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1976 Ford Cortina. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Dodge Ram 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, 2006 Dodge Ram (408 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 256 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Ford Cortina. (152 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Ford Cortina.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Dodge Ram | 1976 Ford Cortina | |
| Make | Dodge | Ford |
| Model | Ram | Cortina |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4703 cc | 1993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 235 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 408 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2343 kg | 1062 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5840 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3580 mm | 2590 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 54 L |
