2009 Dodge Sprinter vs. 1976 Ford Cortina
To start off, 2009 Dodge Sprinter is newer by 33 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 2,986 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Dodge Sprinter is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Dodge Sprinter (152 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1976 Ford Cortina. (73 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Sprinter should accelerate faster than 1976 Ford Cortina.
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 Sprinter (280 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 163 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Ford Cortina. (117 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2009 Dodge Sprinter will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Ford Cortina. 2009 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. 2009 Dodge Sprinter will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Dodge Sprinter | 1976 Ford Cortina | |
| Make | Dodge | Ford |
| Model | Sprinter | Cortina |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2986 cc | 1593 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 152 HP | 73 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 117 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 12 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5910 mm | 4350 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 |
