1962 Ford Cortina vs. 2007 Volkswagen Touran
To start off, 2007 Volkswagen Touran is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Ford Cortina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Ford Cortina would be higher. At 1,389 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Volkswagen Touran is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volkswagen Touran (138 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 1962 Ford Cortina. (48 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volkswagen Touran should accelerate faster than 1962 Ford Cortina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volkswagen Touran weights approximately 700 kg more than 1962 Ford Cortina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1962 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 1962 Ford Cortina. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Volkswagen Touran, 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, 2007 Volkswagen Touran (220 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Ford Cortina. (90 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2007 Volkswagen Touran will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Ford Cortina. 2007 Volkswagen Touran has automatic transmission and 1962 Ford Cortina has manual transmission. 1962 Ford Cortina will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Volkswagen Touran will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Ford Cortina | 2007 Volkswagen Touran | |
| Make | Ford | Volkswagen |
| Model | Cortina | Touran |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1198 cc | 1389 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 48 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 90 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81.1 mm | 76.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 58.1 mm | 75.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.7:1 | 8.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 778 kg | 1478 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 36 L | 60 L |
