1970 Ford Cortina vs. 1999 SsangYong Korando
To start off, 1999 SsangYong Korando is newer by 29 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 2,295 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 SsangYong Korando is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 SsangYong Korando (138 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1970 Ford Cortina. (97 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 SsangYong Korando should accelerate faster than 1970 Ford Cortina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 SsangYong Korando weights approximately 753 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 1999 SsangYong Korando 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, 1999 SsangYong Korando 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, 1999 SsangYong Korando (210 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Ford Cortina. (151 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1999 SsangYong Korando will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Ford Cortina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Ford Cortina | 1999 SsangYong Korando | |
| Make | Ford | SsangYong |
| Model | Cortina | Korando |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1993 cc | 2295 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 97 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 151 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90.8 mm | 90.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 88.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1002 kg | 1755 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 87 L | 80 L |
