2007 Ford E-150 vs. 1977 Ford Cortina
To start off, 2007 Ford E-150 is newer by 30 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 4,605 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Ford E-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ford E-150 (226 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 1977 Ford Cortina. (123 HP @ 3700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford E-150 should accelerate faster than 1977 Ford Cortina.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Ford E-150 (388 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Ford Cortina. (289 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2007 Ford E-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Ford Cortina. 2007 Ford E-150 has automatic transmission and 1977 Ford Cortina has manual transmission. 1977 Ford Cortina will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Ford E-150 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Ford E-150 | 1977 Ford Cortina | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | E-150 | Cortina |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4605 cc | 4093 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 226 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Torque | 388 Nm | 289 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2060 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3510 mm | 2580 mm |
