2009 Dodge Challenger vs. 1980 Ford Cortina
To start off, 2009 Dodge Challenger is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Ford Cortina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Ford Cortina would be higher. At 6,059 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Dodge Challenger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Dodge Challenger (419 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 360 more horse power than 1980 Ford Cortina. (59 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Challenger should accelerate faster than 1980 Ford Cortina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Dodge Challenger weights approximately 689 kg more than 1980 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, 2009 Dodge Challenger (420 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 328 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Ford Cortina. (92 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Dodge Challenger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Ford Cortina.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Dodge Challenger | 1980 Ford Cortina | |
| Make | Dodge | Ford |
| Model | Challenger | Cortina |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6059 cc | 1294 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 419 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 420 Nm | 92 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1691 kg | 1002 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2590 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 54 L |
