1963 Ford Cortina vs. 2013 Ford Expedition
To start off, 2013 Ford Expedition is newer by 50 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 5,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Ford Expedition (306 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 200 more horse power than 1963 Ford Cortina. (106 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 1963 Ford Cortina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Ford Expedition weights approximately 1812 kg more than 1963 Ford Cortina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2013 Ford Expedition (495 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 346 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Ford Cortina. (149 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2013 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Ford Cortina. 2013 Ford Expedition has automatic transmission and 1963 Ford Cortina has manual transmission. 1963 Ford Cortina will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Ford Expedition will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Ford Cortina | 2013 Ford Expedition | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Cortina | Expedition |
| Year Released | 1963 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1558 cc | 5400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 306 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 149 Nm | 495 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72.8 mm | 105 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 2652 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 5245 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 2332 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1961 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 3023 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 106 L |
