1970 Ford Cortina vs. 2011 Peugeot 5008
To start off, 2011 Peugeot 5008 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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Peugeot 5008 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Peugeot 5008 (161 HP @ 3750 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1970 Ford Cortina. (97 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Peugeot 5008 should accelerate faster than 1970 Ford Cortina.
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, 2011 Peugeot 5008, 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, 2011 Peugeot 5008 (340 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 189 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Ford Cortina. (151 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2011 Peugeot 5008 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Ford Cortina. 2011 Peugeot 5008 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 Peugeot 5008 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Ford Cortina | 2011 Peugeot 5008 | |
| Make | Ford | Peugeot |
| Model | Cortina | 5008 |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1993 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 97 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Torque | 151 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 169 km/hour | 190 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1835 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2735 mm |
