1970 Ford Cortina vs. 2005 Jeep Cherokee
To start off, 2005 Jeep Cherokee 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 2,776 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Jeep Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Jeep Cherokee (147 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 1970 Ford Cortina. (44 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Jeep Cherokee should accelerate faster than 1970 Ford Cortina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Jeep Cherokee weights approximately 1004 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Jeep Cherokee (360 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 287 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Ford Cortina. (73 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2005 Jeep Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Ford Cortina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Ford Cortina | 2005 Jeep Cherokee | |
| Make | Ford | Jeep |
| Model | Cortina | Cherokee |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1098 cc | 2776 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 147 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 73 Nm | 360 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 860 kg | 1864 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2660 mm |
