1966 Ford Cortina vs. 2007 Land Rover Discovery
To start off, 2007 Land Rover Discovery is newer by 41 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 2,720 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Land Rover Discovery is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Land Rover Discovery (187 HP) has 138 more horse power than 1966 Ford Cortina. (49 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Land Rover Discovery should accelerate faster than 1966 Ford Cortina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Land Rover Discovery weights approximately 1813 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.
Because 2007 Land Rover Discovery is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1966 Ford Cortina. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Land Rover Discovery 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, 2007 Land Rover Discovery (441 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 256 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Ford Cortina. (185 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Land Rover Discovery will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Ford Cortina.
Compare all specifications:
1966 Ford Cortina | 2007 Land Rover Discovery | |
Make | Ford | Land Rover |
Model | Cortina | Discovery |
Year Released | 1966 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1296 cc | 2720 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 49 HP | 187 HP |
Torque | 185 Nm | 441 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 63 mm | 88 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 895 kg | 2708 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4840 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1920 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2890 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 36 L | 82 L |