1970 Ford Cortina vs. 2009 Hyundai Tucson
To start off, 2009 Hyundai Tucson 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 1,975 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Hyundai Tucson is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Hyundai Tucson (140 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1970 Ford Cortina. (88 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Hyundai Tucson should accelerate faster than 1970 Ford Cortina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Hyundai Tucson weights approximately 627 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 2009 Hyundai Tucson 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, 2009 Hyundai Tucson 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, 2009 Hyundai Tucson (184 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Ford Cortina. (125 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Hyundai Tucson will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Ford Cortina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Ford Cortina | 2009 Hyundai Tucson | |
| Make | Ford | Hyundai |
| Model | Cortina | Tucson |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1593 cc | 1975 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 88 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 184 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.8 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 93.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 10.1:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 1617 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2640 mm |
