2007 Chrysler Crossfire vs. 1978 Ford Cortina
To start off, 2007 Chrysler Crossfire is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Ford Cortina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Ford Cortina would be higher. At 3,199 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Chrysler Crossfire is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Chrysler Crossfire (215 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 129 more horse power than 1978 Ford Cortina. (86 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chrysler Crossfire should accelerate faster than 1978 Ford Cortina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Chrysler Crossfire weights approximately 342 kg more than 1978 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, 2007 Chrysler Crossfire (310 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 169 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Ford Cortina. (141 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Chrysler Crossfire will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Ford Cortina.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Chrysler Crossfire | 1978 Ford Cortina | |
| Make | Chrysler | Ford |
| Model | Crossfire | Cortina |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3199 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 86 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 141 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1452 kg | 1110 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2580 mm |
