1970 Ford Cortina vs. 2006 Jeep Cherokee
To start off, 2006 Jeep Cherokee is newer by 36 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 2,774 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Jeep Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Jeep Cherokee (160 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 116 more horse power than 1970 Ford Cortina. (44 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Jeep Cherokee should accelerate faster than 1970 Ford Cortina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Jeep Cherokee weights approximately 817 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 2006 Jeep Cherokee 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, 2006 Jeep Cherokee 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, 2006 Jeep Cherokee (400 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 327 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Ford Cortina. (73 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2006 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 | 2006 Jeep Cherokee | |
| Make | Ford | Jeep |
| Model | Cortina | Cherokee |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1098 cc | 2774 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 73 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 860 kg | 1677 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2650 mm |
