1970 Ford Cortina vs. 1983 Pontiac 6000
To start off, 1983 Pontiac 6000 is newer by 13 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 2,474 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Pontiac 6000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Pontiac 6000 (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1970 Ford Cortina. (44 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Pontiac 6000 should accelerate faster than 1970 Ford Cortina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Pontiac 6000 weights approximately 450 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 1970 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 1970 Ford Cortina. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1983 Pontiac 6000, 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, 1983 Pontiac 6000 (183 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Ford Cortina. (73 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1983 Pontiac 6000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Ford Cortina.
Compare all specifications:
1970 Ford Cortina | 1983 Pontiac 6000 | |
Make | Ford | Pontiac |
Model | Cortina | 6000 |
Year Released | 1970 | 1983 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1098 cc | 2474 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 44 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 73 Nm | 183 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 860 kg | 1310 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4920 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2670 mm |