1965 Ford Cortina vs. 2011 Chevrolet Captiva
To start off, 2011 Chevrolet Captiva is newer by 46 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 1,990 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Chevrolet Captiva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Chevrolet Captiva (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 1965 Ford Cortina. (49 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Chevrolet Captiva should accelerate faster than 1965 Ford Cortina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Chevrolet Captiva weights approximately 1010 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 2011 Chevrolet Captiva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1965 Ford Cortina. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Chevrolet Captiva will offer significantly more control. 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 Chevrolet Captiva (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 230 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Ford Cortina. (90 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2011 Chevrolet Captiva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Ford Cortina.
Compare all specifications:
1965 Ford Cortina | 2011 Chevrolet Captiva | |
Make | Ford | Chevrolet |
Model | Cortina | Captiva |
Year Released | 1965 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1198 cc | 1990 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 49 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 90 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 58.1 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 17.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 835 kg | 1845 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1730 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 65 L |