1970 Ford Cortina vs. 2004 Toyota Tundra
To start off, 2004 Toyota Tundra 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 3,400 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Toyota Tundra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Toyota Tundra (187 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 1970 Ford Cortina. (88 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Toyota Tundra should accelerate faster than 1970 Ford Cortina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Toyota Tundra weights approximately 730 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 Tundra 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 Tundra 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 Tundra (298 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 173 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Ford Cortina. (125 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2004 Toyota Tundra 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 Tundra | |
Make | Ford | Toyota |
Model | Cortina | Tundra |
Year Released | 1970 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1593 cc | 3400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 88 HP | 187 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 125 Nm | 298 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 1720 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 5530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1920 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1800 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 3270 mm |