2009 Ford Mondeo vs. 1976 Ford Cortina

To start off, 2009 Ford Mondeo 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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Ford Mondeo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Mondeo (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 1976 Ford Cortina. (56 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Mondeo should accelerate faster than 1976 Ford Cortina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Ford Mondeo weights approximately 631 kg more than 1976 Ford Cortina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 1976 Ford Cortina is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1976 Ford Cortina. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Ford Mondeo, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Ford Mondeo (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 229 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Ford Cortina. (91 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Mondeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Ford Cortina.

Compare all specifications:

2009 Ford Mondeo 1976 Ford Cortina
Make Ford Ford
Model Mondeo Cortina
Year Released 2009 1976
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1997 cc 1298 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 138 HP 56 HP
Engine RPM 4000 RPM 5500 RPM
Torque 320 Nm 91 Nm
Torque RPM 1750 RPM 3000 RPM
Engine Bore Size 85 mm 81 mm
Engine Stroke Size 88 mm 63 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 17.9:1 9.0:1
Fuel Type Diesel Gasoline
Drive Type Front Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1576 kg 945 kg
Vehicle Length 4840 mm 4270 mm
Vehicle Width 1890 mm 1710 mm
Vehicle Height 1550 mm 1330 mm
Wheelbase Size 2860 mm 2450 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 70 L 55 L


 

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