1970 Ford Cortina vs. 2012 Renault Sandero
To start off, 2012 Renault Sandero is newer by 42 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 1,593 cc (4 cylinders), 1970 Ford Cortina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Ford Cortina (88 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2012 Renault Sandero. (74 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Ford Cortina should accelerate faster than 2012 Renault Sandero. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Renault Sandero weights approximately 121 kg more 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, 2012 Renault Sandero, 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, 1970 Ford Cortina (125 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Renault Sandero. (112 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1970 Ford Cortina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Renault Sandero.
Compare all specifications:
1970 Ford Cortina | 2012 Renault Sandero | |
Make | Ford | Renault |
Model | Cortina | Sandero |
Year Released | 1970 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1593 cc | 1390 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 88 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 125 Nm | 112 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87.8 mm | 79.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 70 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 9.5:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 1111 kg |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1540 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2600 mm |