1967 Ford Cortina vs. 2012 Chevrolet Traverse
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Traverse is newer by 45 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Chevrolet Traverse is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Chevrolet Traverse (288 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 236 more horse power than 1967 Ford Cortina. (52 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Chevrolet Traverse should accelerate faster than 1967 Ford Cortina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Chevrolet Traverse weights approximately 1233 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, 2012 Chevrolet Traverse, 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, 2012 Chevrolet Traverse (366 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 264 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Ford Cortina. (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2012 Chevrolet Traverse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Ford Cortina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Ford Cortina | 2012 Chevrolet Traverse | |
| Make | Ford | Chevrolet |
| Model | Cortina | Traverse |
| Year Released | 1967 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 52 HP | 288 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 2113 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 5207 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1991 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1849 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 3020 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 83 L |
