1963 Ford Cortina vs. 2011 Toyota Tundra
To start off, 2011 Toyota Tundra is newer by 48 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 5,663 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Toyota Tundra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Toyota Tundra (381 HP) has 332 more horse power than 1963 Ford Cortina. (49 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Toyota Tundra should accelerate faster than 1963 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. Let's talk about torque, 2011 Toyota Tundra (545 Nm) has 455 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Ford Cortina. (90 Nm). This means 2011 Toyota Tundra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Ford Cortina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Ford Cortina | 2011 Toyota Tundra | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Cortina | Tundra |
| Year Released | 1963 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1198 cc | 5663 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 381 HP |
| Torque | 90 Nm | 545 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 5820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 3710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 100 L |
