1972 Ford Cortina vs. 2001 Toyota Sienna
To start off, 2001 Toyota Sienna is newer by 29 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 2,982 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Toyota Sienna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Toyota Sienna (202 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 146 more horse power than 1972 Ford Cortina. (56 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Toyota Sienna should accelerate faster than 1972 Ford Cortina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Toyota Sienna weights approximately 760 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 1972 Ford Cortina is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1972 Ford Cortina. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Toyota Sienna, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2001 Toyota Sienna (280 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 189 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Ford Cortina. (91 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2001 Toyota Sienna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Ford Cortina. 2001 Toyota Sienna has automatic transmission and 1972 Ford Cortina has manual transmission. 1972 Ford Cortina will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Toyota Sienna will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Ford Cortina | 2001 Toyota Sienna | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Cortina | Sienna |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 2982 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 56 HP | 202 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 91 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 87.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 63 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 945 kg | 1705 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2910 mm |
