1970 Ford Cortina vs. 2013 Dodge DURANGO
To start off, 2013 Dodge DURANGO is newer by 43 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Dodge DURANGO is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Dodge DURANGO (286 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 191 more horse power than 1970 Ford Cortina. (95 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Dodge DURANGO should accelerate faster than 1970 Ford Cortina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Dodge DURANGO weights approximately 1312 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.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2013 Dodge DURANGO (353 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 202 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Ford Cortina. (151 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2013 Dodge DURANGO will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Ford Cortina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Ford Cortina | 2013 Dodge DURANGO | |
| Make | Ford | Dodge |
| Model | Cortina | DURANGO |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1993 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 95 HP | 286 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 151 Nm | 353 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90.8 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 83 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 2312 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 5075 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 2172 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1801 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 3042 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 87 L | 93 L |
