2011 Tata Sumo vs. 1977 Ford Cortina
To start off, 2011 Tata Sumo is newer by 34 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 2,956 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Tata Sumo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Ford Cortina (86 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2011 Tata Sumo. (69 HP @ 3000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1977 Ford Cortina should accelerate faster than 2011 Tata Sumo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Tata Sumo weights approximately 690 kg more than 1977 Ford Cortina.
Because 2011 Tata Sumo is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1977 Ford Cortina. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Tata Sumo will offer significantly more control. 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, 2011 Tata Sumo (223 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Ford Cortina. (140 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2011 Tata Sumo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Ford Cortina. 1977 Ford Cortina has automatic transmission and 2011 Tata Sumo has manual transmission. 2011 Tata Sumo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1977 Ford Cortina will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Tata Sumo | 1977 Ford Cortina | |
| Make | Tata | Ford |
| Model | Sumo | Cortina |
| Year Released | 2011 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2956 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 69 HP | 86 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 223 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1800 kg | 1110 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4258 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1726 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1925 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2425 mm | 2580 mm |
