1970 Ford Cortina vs. 2004 Toyota RAV4
To start off, 2004 Toyota RAV4 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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Toyota RAV4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Toyota RAV4 (145 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1970 Ford Cortina. (88 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Toyota RAV4 should accelerate faster than 1970 Ford Cortina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Toyota RAV4 weights approximately 295 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 2004 Toyota RAV4 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, 2004 Toyota RAV4 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, 2004 Toyota RAV4 (200 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Ford Cortina. (125 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2004 Toyota RAV4 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 RAV4 | |
Make | Ford | Toyota |
Model | Cortina | RAV4 |
Year Released | 1970 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1593 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 88 HP | 145 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 125 Nm | 200 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87.8 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 9.8:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 1285 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4210 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1690 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2860 mm |