2007 Dodge Sprinter vs. 1976 Ford Cortina
To start off, 2007 Dodge Sprinter is newer by 31 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 2,688 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Dodge Sprinter is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Dodge Sprinter (154 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 1976 Ford Cortina. (73 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Dodge Sprinter should accelerate faster than 1976 Ford Cortina.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Dodge Sprinter (380 Nm @ 1200 RPM) has 263 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Ford Cortina. (117 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2007 Dodge Sprinter will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Ford Cortina. 2007 Dodge Sprinter has automatic transmission and 1976 Ford Cortina has manual transmission. 1976 Ford Cortina will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Dodge Sprinter will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Dodge Sprinter | 1976 Ford Cortina | |
| Make | Dodge | Ford |
| Model | Sprinter | Cortina |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2688 cc | 1593 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 154 HP | 73 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 380 Nm | 117 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1200 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 10 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 5910 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2450 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3670 mm | 2590 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 54 L |
