1970 Ford Cortina vs. 2004 Mazda B2300
To start off, 2004 Mazda B2300 is newer by 34 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 2,261 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Mazda B2300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mazda B2300 (135 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1970 Ford Cortina. (95 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mazda B2300 should accelerate faster than 1970 Ford Cortina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mazda B2300 weights approximately 366 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.
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, 2004 Mazda B2300 (206 Nm) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Ford Cortina. (151 Nm). This means 2004 Mazda B2300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Ford Cortina.
Compare all specifications:
1970 Ford Cortina | 2004 Mazda B2300 | |
Make | Ford | Mazda |
Model | Cortina | B2300 |
Year Released | 1970 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1993 cc | 2261 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 95 HP | 135 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 151 Nm | 206 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 90.8 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 9.7:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1366 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1650 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2840 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 87 L | 62 L |