2007 Ford Territory vs. 1977 Ford Cortina

To start off, 2007 Ford Territory 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 3,984 cc, 2007 Ford Territory is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ford Territory (244 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 136 more horse power than 1977 Ford Cortina. (108 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford Territory should accelerate faster than 1977 Ford Cortina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Ford Territory weights approximately 906 kg more than 1977 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 Ford Territory (380 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 159 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Ford Cortina. (221 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 Ford Territory will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Ford Cortina.

Compare all specifications:

2007 Ford Territory 1977 Ford Cortina
Make Ford Ford
Model Territory Cortina
Year Released 2007 1977
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3984 cc 3273 cc
Horse Power 244 HP 108 HP
Engine RPM 5000 RPM 4200 RPM
Torque 380 Nm 221 Nm
Torque RPM 3250 RPM 2000 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Weight 2016 kg 1110 kg
Vehicle Length 4860 mm 4380 mm
Vehicle Width 1720 mm 1710 mm
Vehicle Height 1900 mm 1340 mm
Wheelbase Size 2850 mm 2580 mm


 

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