1970 Ford Cortina vs. 2005 Holden Rodeo
To start off, 2005 Holden Rodeo 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 2,405 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Holden Rodeo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Holden Rodeo (93 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1970 Ford Cortina. (85 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Holden Rodeo should accelerate faster than 1970 Ford Cortina.
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 Holden Rodeo (207 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Ford Cortina. (125 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Holden Rodeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Ford Cortina.
Compare all specifications:
1970 Ford Cortina | 2005 Holden Rodeo | |
Make | Ford | Holden |
Model | Cortina | Rodeo |
Year Released | 1970 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1593 cc | 2405 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 93 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 125 Nm | 207 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4910 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1650 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 3060 mm |