1962 Ford Cortina vs. 2012 Toyota Tundra
To start off, 2012 Toyota Tundra is newer by 50 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 5,663 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Toyota Tundra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Toyota Tundra (381 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 333 more horse power than 1962 Ford Cortina. (48 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Toyota Tundra should accelerate faster than 1962 Ford Cortina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Toyota Tundra weights approximately 554 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 2012 Toyota Tundra is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1962 Ford Cortina. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Toyota Tundra 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, 2012 Toyota Tundra (544 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 454 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Ford Cortina. (90 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2012 Toyota Tundra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Ford Cortina. 2012 Toyota Tundra 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. 2012 Toyota Tundra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Ford Cortina | 2012 Toyota Tundra | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Cortina | Tundra |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1198 cc | 5663 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 48 HP | 381 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 90 Nm | 544 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.7:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 778 kg | 1332 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 5820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1940 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 3710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 36 L | 100 L |
