1944 GAZ 10-73 vs. 1970 Ford Cortina
To start off, 1970 Ford Cortina is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1944 GAZ 10-73. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1944 GAZ 10-73 would be higher. At 3,484 cc (6 cylinders), 1944 GAZ 10-73 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Ford Cortina (95 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1944 GAZ 10-73. (75 HP @ 3400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Ford Cortina should accelerate faster than 1944 GAZ 10-73. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1944 GAZ 10-73 weights approximately 355 kg more than 1970 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. 1970 Ford Cortina has automatic transmission and 1944 GAZ 10-73 has manual transmission. 1944 GAZ 10-73 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1970 Ford Cortina will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1944 GAZ 10-73 | 1970 Ford Cortina | |
| Make | GAZ | Ford |
| Model | 10-73 | Cortina |
| Year Released | 1944 | 1970 |
| Engine Size | 3484 cc | 1993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 95 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1095 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2590 mm |
