1972 Ford Cortina vs. 1986 Toyota Hilux
To start off, 1986 Toyota Hilux is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Ford Cortina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Ford Cortina would be higher. At 2,237 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Toyota Hilux is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Toyota Hilux (122 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 1972 Ford Cortina. (56 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Toyota Hilux should accelerate faster than 1972 Ford Cortina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Toyota Hilux weights approximately 336 kg more than 1972 Ford Cortina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1986 Toyota Hilux is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1972 Ford Cortina. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 Toyota Hilux will offer significantly more control. 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, 1986 Toyota Hilux (142 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Ford Cortina. (91 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1986 Toyota Hilux will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Ford Cortina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Ford Cortina | 1986 Toyota Hilux | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Cortina | Hilux |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 2237 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 56 HP | 122 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 91 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 91.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 63 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1044 kg | 1380 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 87 L | 73 L |
