1970 Ford Cortina vs. 2004 Toyota Previa
To start off, 2004 Toyota Previa 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 2,362 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Toyota Previa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Toyota Previa (154 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1970 Ford Cortina. (85 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Toyota Previa should accelerate faster than 1970 Ford Cortina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Toyota Previa weights approximately 515 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, 2004 Toyota Previa, 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, 2004 Toyota Previa (225 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Ford Cortina. (125 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2004 Toyota Previa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Ford Cortina.
Compare all specifications:
1970 Ford Cortina | 2004 Toyota Previa | |
Make | Ford | Toyota |
Model | Cortina | Previa |
Year Released | 1970 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1593 cc | 2362 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 154 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 125 Nm | 225 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 88.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 77.6 mm | 96 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1085 kg | 1600 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1790 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2910 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 75 L |