1970 Ford Cortina vs. 2000 Opel Zafira
To start off, 2000 Opel Zafira is newer by 30 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 2,199 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Opel Zafira is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Opel Zafira (101 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1970 Ford Cortina. (68 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Opel Zafira should accelerate faster than 1970 Ford Cortina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Opel Zafira weights approximately 120 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, 2000 Opel Zafira, 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, 2000 Opel Zafira (203 Nm) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Ford Cortina. (115 Nm). This means 2000 Opel Zafira will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Ford Cortina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Ford Cortina | 2000 Opel Zafira | |
| Make | Ford | Opel |
| Model | Cortina | Zafira |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1599 cc | 2199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 68 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 203 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 86.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77.6 mm | 94.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2520 mm |
