1970 Ford Cortina vs. 2011 Chevrolet Orlando
To start off, 2011 Chevrolet Orlando is newer by 41 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 2,384 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Chevrolet Orlando is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Chevrolet Orlando (174 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 1970 Ford Cortina. (88 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Chevrolet Orlando should accelerate faster than 1970 Ford Cortina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Chevrolet Orlando weights approximately 610 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 2011 Chevrolet Orlando is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1970 Ford Cortina. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Chevrolet Orlando 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, 2011 Chevrolet Orlando (232 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Ford Cortina. (125 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Chevrolet Orlando will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Ford Cortina. 2011 Chevrolet Orlando 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. 2011 Chevrolet Orlando will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Ford Cortina | 2011 Chevrolet Orlando | |
| Make | Ford | Chevrolet |
| Model | Cortina | Orlando |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1593 cc | 2384 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 88 HP | 174 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6700 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 232 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 1600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4652 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1836 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1633 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2760 mm |
