1970 Ford Cortina vs. 2010 Hyundai Grandeur
To start off, 2010 Hyundai Grandeur is newer by 40 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 2,188 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Hyundai Grandeur is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Hyundai Grandeur (153 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1970 Ford Cortina. (95 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Hyundai Grandeur should accelerate faster than 1970 Ford Cortina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Hyundai Grandeur weights approximately 837 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 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, 2010 Hyundai Grandeur, 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, 2010 Hyundai Grandeur (343 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 192 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Ford Cortina. (151 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2010 Hyundai Grandeur will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Ford Cortina.
Compare all specifications:
1970 Ford Cortina | 2010 Hyundai Grandeur | |
Make | Ford | Hyundai |
Model | Cortina | Grandeur |
Year Released | 1970 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1993 cc | 2188 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 95 HP | 153 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 151 Nm | 343 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90.8 mm | 87.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 17.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1837 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2790 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 87 L | 75 L |