1965 Ford Cortina vs. 1993 Xedos 6
To start off, 1993 Xedos 6 is newer by 28 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 1,993 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Xedos 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Xedos 6 (138 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 1965 Ford Cortina. (49 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Xedos 6 should accelerate faster than 1965 Ford Cortina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Xedos 6 weights approximately 360 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, 1993 Xedos 6, 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, 1993 Xedos 6 (170 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Ford Cortina. (90 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 1993 Xedos 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Ford Cortina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Ford Cortina | 1993 Xedos 6 | |
| Make | Ford | Xedos |
| Model | Cortina | 6 |
| Year Released | 1965 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1198 cc | 1993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 90 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 835 kg | 1195 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2620 mm |
