1967 Ford Cortina vs. 2011 Jeep Wrangler
To start off, 2011 Jeep Wrangler is newer by 44 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 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Jeep Wrangler is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Jeep Wrangler (202 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 150 more horse power than 1967 Ford Cortina. (52 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Jeep Wrangler should accelerate faster than 1967 Ford Cortina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Jeep Wrangler weights approximately 1077 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 2011 Jeep Wrangler 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, 2011 Jeep Wrangler 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 Jeep Wrangler (321 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 219 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Ford Cortina. (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2011 Jeep Wrangler will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Ford Cortina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Ford Cortina | 2011 Jeep Wrangler | |
| Make | Ford | Jeep |
| Model | Cortina | Wrangler |
| Year Released | 1967 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 3800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 52 HP | 202 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 321 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 1957 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4404 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1877 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2946 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 85 L |
