1972 Ford Cortina vs. 1987 Subaru XT
To start off, 1987 Subaru XT is newer by 15 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 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Subaru XT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Subaru XT (135 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1972 Ford Cortina. (56 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Subaru XT should accelerate faster than 1972 Ford Cortina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Subaru XT weights approximately 116 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 1987 Subaru XT 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, 1987 Subaru XT 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, 1987 Subaru XT (196 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Ford Cortina. (91 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1987 Subaru XT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Ford Cortina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Ford Cortina | 1987 Subaru XT | |
| Make | Ford | Subaru |
| Model | Cortina | XT |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 56 HP | 135 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 91 Nm | 196 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 63 mm | 67 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1044 kg | 1160 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 87 L | 60 L |
