1971 Ford Cortina vs. 2006 Lexus IS
To start off, 2006 Lexus IS is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Ford Cortina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Ford Cortina would be higher. At 3,441 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Lexus IS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Lexus IS (306 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 250 more horse power than 1971 Ford Cortina. (56 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Lexus IS should accelerate faster than 1971 Ford Cortina.
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, 2006 Lexus IS (376 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 285 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Ford Cortina. (91 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Lexus IS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Ford Cortina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Ford Cortina | 2006 Lexus IS | |
| Make | Ford | Lexus |
| Model | Cortina | IS |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 3441 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 56 HP | 306 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 91 Nm | 376 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2740 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 87 L | 65 L |
