1970 Ford Cortina vs. 2007 GMC Acadia
To start off, 2007 GMC Acadia is newer by 37 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 3,564 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 GMC Acadia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 GMC Acadia (275 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 190 more horse power than 1970 Ford Cortina. (85 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 GMC Acadia should accelerate faster than 1970 Ford Cortina.
Because 2007 GMC Acadia 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, 2007 GMC Acadia 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, 2007 GMC Acadia (340 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 215 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Ford Cortina. (125 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 GMC Acadia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Ford Cortina. 2007 GMC Acadia has automatic transmission and 1970 Ford Cortina has manual transmission. 1970 Ford Cortina will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 GMC Acadia will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Ford Cortina | 2007 GMC Acadia | |
| Make | Ford | GMC |
| Model | Cortina | Acadia |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1593 cc | 3564 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 275 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 5110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 3030 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 83 L |
