1970 Ford Cortina vs. 2003 Ford Expedition
To start off, 2003 Ford Expedition is newer by 33 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 4,603 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Ford Expedition (238 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 143 more horse power than 1970 Ford Cortina. (95 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 1970 Ford Cortina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Ford Expedition weights approximately 1265 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 2003 Ford Expedition 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, 2003 Ford Expedition 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, 2003 Ford Expedition (397 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 249 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Ford Cortina. (148 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2003 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Ford Cortina. 2003 Ford Expedition has automatic transmission and 1970 Ford Cortina has manual transmission. 1970 Ford Cortina will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Ford Expedition will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Ford Cortina | 2003 Ford Expedition | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Cortina | Expedition |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1993 cc | 4603 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 95 HP | 238 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 148 Nm | 397 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 9 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1095 kg | 2360 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 5200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 3030 mm |
