1972 Ford Cortina vs. 1999 Ford Econoline
To start off, 1999 Ford Econoline is newer by 27 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 5,407 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Ford Econoline is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Ford Econoline (252 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 196 more horse power than 1972 Ford Cortina. (56 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Ford Econoline should accelerate faster than 1972 Ford Cortina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Ford Econoline weights approximately 1341 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.
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, 1999 Ford Econoline (474 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 383 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Ford Cortina. (91 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1999 Ford Econoline will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Ford Cortina.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Ford Cortina | 1999 Ford Econoline | |
Make | Ford | Ford |
Model | Cortina | Econoline |
Year Released | 1972 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1298 cc | 5407 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 56 HP | 252 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 91 Nm | 474 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1044 kg | 2385 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 5390 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 2020 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 2060 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 3510 mm |