1972 Ford Cortina vs. 1991 Toyota Blizzard
To start off, 1991 Toyota Blizzard is newer by 19 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 2,446 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Toyota Blizzard is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Toyota Blizzard (76 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1972 Ford Cortina. (56 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Toyota Blizzard should accelerate faster than 1972 Ford Cortina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Toyota Blizzard weights approximately 312 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 1991 Toyota Blizzard 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, 1991 Toyota Blizzard 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, 1991 Toyota Blizzard (167 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Ford Cortina. (91 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1991 Toyota Blizzard will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Ford Cortina.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Ford Cortina | 1991 Toyota Blizzard | |
Make | Ford | Toyota |
Model | Cortina | Blizzard |
Year Released | 1972 | 1991 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1298 cc | 2446 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 56 HP | 76 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 91 Nm | 167 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 63 mm | 92 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1044 kg | 1356 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 3660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1590 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1840 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2210 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 87 L | 70 L |