1970 Ford Cortina vs. 2010 Jeep Liberty
To start off, 2010 Jeep Liberty 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 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Jeep Liberty is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Jeep Liberty (210 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 166 more horse power than 1970 Ford Cortina. (44 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Jeep Liberty should accelerate faster than 1970 Ford Cortina.
Because 2010 Jeep Liberty 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, 2010 Jeep Liberty 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, 2010 Jeep Liberty (318 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 245 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Ford Cortina. (73 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2010 Jeep Liberty will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Ford Cortina.
Compare all specifications:
1970 Ford Cortina | 2010 Jeep Liberty | |
Make | Ford | Jeep |
Model | Cortina | Liberty |
Year Released | 1970 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1098 cc | 3700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 44 HP | 210 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 73 Nm | 318 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4493 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1839 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1806 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2695 mm |