1970 Ford Cortina vs. 2008 Volkswagen Lupo
To start off, 2008 Volkswagen Lupo is newer by 38 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 1,993 cc (4 cylinders), 1970 Ford Cortina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Ford Cortina (95 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 2008 Volkswagen Lupo. (60 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Ford Cortina should accelerate faster than 2008 Volkswagen Lupo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Ford Cortina weights approximately 170 kg more than 2008 Volkswagen Lupo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1970 Ford Cortina is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1970 Ford Cortina. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Volkswagen Lupo, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1970 Ford Cortina (151 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Volkswagen Lupo. (141 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1970 Ford Cortina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Volkswagen Lupo.
Compare all specifications:
1970 Ford Cortina | 2008 Volkswagen Lupo | |
Make | Ford | Volkswagen |
Model | Cortina | Lupo |
Year Released | 1970 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1993 cc | 1191 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 95 HP | 60 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 151 Nm | 141 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90.8 mm | 76.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 86.4 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 169 km/hour | 165 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 830 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 3540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2330 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 87 L | 34 L |