1977 Ford Cortina vs. 2012 Jeep Grand Cherokee
To start off, 2012 Jeep Grand Cherokee is newer by 35 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 4,093 cc (6 cylinders), 1977 Ford Cortina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Jeep Grand Cherokee (290 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 167 more horse power than 1977 Ford Cortina. (123 HP @ 3700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Jeep Grand Cherokee should accelerate faster than 1977 Ford Cortina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Jeep Grand Cherokee weights approximately 1092 kg more than 1977 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, 2012 Jeep Grand Cherokee (352 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Ford Cortina. (289 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2012 Jeep Grand Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Ford Cortina. 2012 Jeep Grand Cherokee has automatic transmission and 1977 Ford Cortina has manual transmission. 1977 Ford Cortina will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Jeep Grand Cherokee will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Ford Cortina | 2012 Jeep Grand Cherokee | |
| Make | Ford | Jeep |
| Model | Cortina | Grand Cherokee |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4093 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 290 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3700 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 289 Nm | 352 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 2232 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4821 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1943 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2916 mm |
