1965 Ford Cortina vs. 1987 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 1987 Toyota Corolla is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Ford Cortina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Ford Cortina would be higher. At 1,295 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Toyota Corolla (74 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1965 Ford Cortina. (49 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1965 Ford Cortina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 80 kg more than 1965 Ford Cortina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1965 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 1965 Ford Cortina. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 Toyota Corolla, 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, 1987 Toyota Corolla (103 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Ford Cortina. (90 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 1987 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Ford Cortina.
Compare all specifications:
1965 Ford Cortina | 1987 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Ford | Toyota |
Model | Cortina | Corolla |
Year Released | 1965 | 1987 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1198 cc | 1295 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 49 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 90 Nm | 103 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 76.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 58.1 mm | 71 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 9.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 835 kg | 915 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4210 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2510 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 70 L |