1970 Ford Cortina vs. 2002 MCC Crossblade
To start off, 2002 MCC Crossblade is newer by 32 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 1,993 cc (4 cylinders), 1970 Ford Cortina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Ford Cortina (95 HP) has 25 more horse power than 2002 MCC Crossblade. (70 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Ford Cortina should accelerate faster than 2002 MCC Crossblade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Ford Cortina weights approximately 260 kg more than 2002 MCC Crossblade. 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, 1970 Ford Cortina (151 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 MCC Crossblade. (102 Nm @ 3210 RPM). This means 1970 Ford Cortina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 MCC Crossblade.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Ford Cortina | 2002 MCC Crossblade | |
| Make | Ford | MCC |
| Model | Cortina | Crossblade |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2002 |
| Engine Size | 1993 cc | 599 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 95 HP | 70 HP |
| Torque | 151 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3210 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 2630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 1810 mm |
