1972 Ford Cortina vs. 1971 Mazda 110 S
To start off, 1972 Ford Cortina is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Mazda 110 S. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Mazda 110 S would be higher. At 1,964 cc, 1971 Mazda 110 S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Mazda 110 S (108 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1972 Ford Cortina. (56 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1971 Mazda 110 S should accelerate faster than 1972 Ford Cortina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Ford Cortina weights approximately 84 kg more than 1971 Mazda 110 S.
Let's talk about torque, 1971 Mazda 110 S (142 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Ford Cortina. (91 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1971 Mazda 110 S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Ford Cortina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Ford Cortina | 1971 Mazda 110 S | |
| Make | Ford | Mazda |
| Model | Cortina | 110 S |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 1964 cc |
| Horse Power | 56 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 91 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1044 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1180 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2360 mm |
