1970 Ford Cortina vs. 2005 Mazda B2500
To start off, 2005 Mazda B2500 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 4,030 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Mazda B2500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mazda B2500 (204 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 136 more horse power than 1970 Ford Cortina. (68 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mazda B2500 should accelerate faster than 1970 Ford Cortina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mazda B2500 weights approximately 745 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 2005 Mazda B2500 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, 2005 Mazda B2500 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, 2005 Mazda B2500 (323 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 208 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Ford Cortina. (115 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2005 Mazda B2500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Ford Cortina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Ford Cortina | 2005 Mazda B2500 | |
| Make | Ford | Mazda |
| Model | Cortina | B2500 |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1599 cc | 4030 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 68 HP | 204 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 323 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77.6 mm | 85 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1705 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 5010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2990 mm |
