1970 Ford Cortina vs. 1984 Toyota Model F
To start off, 1984 Toyota Model F is newer by 14 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Toyota Model F is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Toyota Model F (87 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1970 Ford Cortina. (44 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Toyota Model F should accelerate faster than 1970 Ford Cortina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Toyota Model F weights approximately 470 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.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1984 Toyota Model F (162 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Ford Cortina. (73 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1984 Toyota Model F will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Ford Cortina.
Compare all specifications:
1970 Ford Cortina | 1984 Toyota Model F | |
Make | Ford | Toyota |
Model | Cortina | Model F |
Year Released | 1970 | 1984 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1098 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 44 HP | 87 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 73 Nm | 162 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 860 kg | 1330 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1820 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2240 mm |