1967 Ford Cortina vs. 2005 Toyota Tacoma
To start off, 2005 Toyota Tacoma 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 3,950 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Toyota Tacoma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Tacoma (245 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 193 more horse power than 1967 Ford Cortina. (52 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Tacoma should accelerate faster than 1967 Ford Cortina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Tacoma weights approximately 955 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 2005 Toyota Tacoma is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1967 Ford Cortina. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Tacoma 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, 2005 Toyota Tacoma (382 Nm) has 280 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Ford Cortina. (102 Nm). This means 2005 Toyota Tacoma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Ford Cortina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Ford Cortina | 2005 Toyota Tacoma | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Cortina | Tacoma |
| Year Released | 1967 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 3950 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 52 HP | 245 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 382 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 94.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 63 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 1835 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 5290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 3250 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 79 L |
