1967 Ford Cortina vs. 2005 Opel Vectra
To start off, 2005 Opel Vectra is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Ford Cortina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Ford Cortina would be higher. At 2,958 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Opel Vectra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Opel Vectra (175 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 123 more horse power than 1967 Ford Cortina. (52 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Opel Vectra should accelerate faster than 1967 Ford Cortina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Opel Vectra weights approximately 750 kg more than 1967 Ford Cortina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1967 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 1967 Ford Cortina. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Opel Vectra, 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, 2005 Opel Vectra (370 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 268 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Ford Cortina. (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2005 Opel Vectra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Ford Cortina.
Compare all specifications:
1967 Ford Cortina | 2005 Opel Vectra | |
Make | Ford | Opel |
Model | Cortina | Vectra |
Year Released | 1967 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1298 cc | 2958 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 52 HP | 175 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 102 Nm | 370 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 87.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 63 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 18.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 1630 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4600 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 61 L |