1967 Ford Cortina vs. 2011 Opel Antara
To start off, 2011 Opel Antara 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 2,404 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Opel Antara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Opel Antara (138 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 1967 Ford Cortina. (52 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Opel Antara should accelerate faster than 1967 Ford Cortina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Opel Antara weights approximately 925 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 Opel Antara 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 Opel Antara 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 Opel Antara (220 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 118 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Ford Cortina. (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2011 Opel Antara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Ford Cortina.
Compare all specifications:
1967 Ford Cortina | 2011 Opel Antara | |
Make | Ford | Opel |
Model | Cortina | Antara |
Year Released | 1967 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1298 cc | 2404 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 52 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 102 Nm | 220 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 87.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 63 mm | 100 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.6:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 1805 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 65 L |