1970 Ford Cortina vs. 1972 Jeep Grand Wagoneer
To start off, 1972 Jeep Grand Wagoneer is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Ford Cortina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Ford Cortina would be higher. At 4,235 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 Jeep Grand Wagoneer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Jeep Grand Wagoneer (109 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1970 Ford Cortina. (97 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Jeep Grand Wagoneer should accelerate faster than 1970 Ford Cortina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Jeep Grand Wagoneer weights approximately 728 kg more than 1970 Ford Cortina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1972 Jeep Grand Wagoneer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1970 Ford Cortina. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1972 Jeep Grand Wagoneer 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, 1972 Jeep Grand Wagoneer (270 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Ford Cortina. (151 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1972 Jeep Grand Wagoneer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Ford Cortina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Ford Cortina | 1972 Jeep Grand Wagoneer | |
| Make | Ford | Jeep |
| Model | Cortina | Grand Wagoneer |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1993 cc | 4235 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 97 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 151 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1002 kg | 1730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2800 mm |
