1970 Ford Cortina vs. 2009 GMC Yukon
To start off, 2009 GMC Yukon is newer by 39 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 5,967 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 GMC Yukon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 GMC Yukon (327 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 242 more horse power than 1970 Ford Cortina. (85 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 GMC Yukon should accelerate faster than 1970 Ford Cortina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 GMC Yukon weights approximately 1350 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.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2009 GMC Yukon (368 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 243 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Ford Cortina. (125 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 GMC Yukon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Ford Cortina. 2009 GMC Yukon 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. 2009 GMC Yukon will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Ford Cortina | 2009 GMC Yukon | |
| Make | Ford | GMC |
| Model | Cortina | Yukon |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1593 cc | 5967 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 327 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 368 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 102 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77.6 mm | 92 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1085 kg | 2435 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 5140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1900 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2950 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 98 L |
