1970 Ford Cortina vs. 1982 Jeep CJ7
To start off, 1982 Jeep CJ7 is newer by 12 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 2,068 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Jeep CJ7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Jeep CJ7 (59 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1970 Ford Cortina. (44 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Jeep CJ7 should accelerate faster than 1970 Ford Cortina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Jeep CJ7 weights approximately 445 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 1982 Jeep CJ7 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, 1982 Jeep CJ7 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, 1982 Jeep CJ7 (128 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Ford Cortina. (73 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1982 Jeep CJ7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Ford Cortina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Ford Cortina | 1982 Jeep CJ7 | |
| Make | Ford | Jeep |
| Model | Cortina | CJ7 |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1098 cc | 2068 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 73 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 860 kg | 1305 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 3900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2380 mm |
