1970 Ford Cortina vs. 2005 Ford F-150
To start off, 2005 Ford F-150 is newer by 35 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 4,196 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford F-150 (200 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 156 more horse power than 1970 Ford Cortina. (44 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 1970 Ford Cortina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford F-150 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.
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, 2005 Ford F-150 (342 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 269 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Ford Cortina. (73 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2005 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Ford Cortina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Ford Cortina | 2005 Ford F-150 | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Cortina | F-150 |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1098 cc | 4196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 73 Nm | 342 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 860 kg | 2125 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 5380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 3200 mm |
