1970 Ford Cortina vs. 1998 Ford Focus
To start off, 1998 Ford Focus is newer by 28 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 1,388 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Ford Focus (128 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 1970 Ford Cortina. (44 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 1970 Ford Cortina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Ford Focus weights approximately 214 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, 1998 Ford Focus, 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, 1998 Ford Focus (175 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Ford Cortina. (73 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1998 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Ford Cortina.
Compare all specifications:
1970 Ford Cortina | 1998 Ford Focus | |
Make | Ford | Ford |
Model | Cortina | Focus |
Year Released | 1970 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1098 cc | 1388 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 44 HP | 128 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 73 Nm | 175 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 860 kg | 1074 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4160 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2620 mm |