1963 Ford Cortina vs. 1996 Plymouth Voyager
To start off, 1996 Plymouth Voyager is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Ford Cortina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Ford Cortina would be higher. At 3,778 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Plymouth Voyager is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Plymouth Voyager (164 HP) has 115 more horse power than 1963 Ford Cortina. (49 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Plymouth Voyager should accelerate faster than 1963 Ford Cortina.
Because 1963 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 1963 Ford Cortina. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Plymouth Voyager, 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, 1996 Plymouth Voyager (307 Nm) has 217 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Ford Cortina. (90 Nm). This means 1996 Plymouth Voyager will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Ford Cortina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Ford Cortina | 1996 Plymouth Voyager | |
| Make | Ford | Plymouth |
| Model | Cortina | Voyager |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1198 cc | 3778 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 164 HP |
| Torque | 90 Nm | 307 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2880 mm |
