2008 Ford Explorer vs. 1982 Ford Cortina

To start off, 2008 Ford Explorer is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Ford Cortina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Ford Cortina would be higher. At 4,013 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Ford Explorer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford Explorer (210 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 150 more horse power than 1982 Ford Cortina. (60 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford Explorer should accelerate faster than 1982 Ford Cortina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Ford Explorer weights approximately 1077 kg more than 1982 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, 2008 Ford Explorer (344 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 252 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Ford Cortina. (92 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Ford Explorer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Ford Cortina. 2008 Ford Explorer has automatic transmission and 1982 Ford Cortina has manual transmission. 1982 Ford Cortina will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Ford Explorer will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2008 Ford Explorer 1982 Ford Cortina
Make Ford Ford
Model Explorer Cortina
Year Released 2008 1982
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4013 cc 1294 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 210 HP 60 HP
Engine RPM 5100 RPM 5750 RPM
Torque 344 Nm 92 Nm
Torque RPM 3700 RPM 3500 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 9.7:1 9.2:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 2077 kg 1000 kg
Vehicle Length 5350 mm 4350 mm
Vehicle Width 1880 mm 1710 mm
Vehicle Height 1850 mm 1370 mm
Wheelbase Size 3320 mm 2590 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 85 L 54 L


 

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