1966 Ford Cortina vs. 2004 Toyota MR2
To start off, 2004 Toyota MR2 is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Ford Cortina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Ford Cortina would be higher. At 1,794 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Toyota MR2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Toyota MR2 (138 HP) has 89 more horse power than 1966 Ford Cortina. (49 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Toyota MR2 should accelerate faster than 1966 Ford Cortina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Toyota MR2 weights approximately 170 kg more than 1966 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, 1966 Ford Cortina (185 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Toyota MR2. (170 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1966 Ford Cortina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Toyota MR2.
Compare all specifications:
1966 Ford Cortina | 2004 Toyota MR2 | |
Make | Ford | Toyota |
Model | Cortina | MR2 |
Year Released | 1966 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1296 cc | 1794 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 49 HP | 138 HP |
Torque | 185 Nm | 170 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 63 mm | 91.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 895 kg | 1065 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 3900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1250 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 36 L | 48 L |