1972 Ford Cortina vs. 2007 Jeep Cherokee
To start off, 2007 Jeep Cherokee is newer by 35 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 3,701 cc, 2007 Jeep Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Jeep Cherokee (201 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 145 more horse power than 1972 Ford Cortina. (56 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Jeep Cherokee should accelerate faster than 1972 Ford Cortina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Jeep Cherokee weights approximately 785 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 2007 Jeep Cherokee 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, 2007 Jeep Cherokee 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, 2007 Jeep Cherokee (307 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 216 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Ford Cortina. (91 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Jeep Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Ford Cortina. 2007 Jeep Cherokee 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. 2007 Jeep Cherokee will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Ford Cortina | 2007 Jeep Cherokee | |
| Make | Ford | Jeep |
| Model | Cortina | Cherokee |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 3701 cc |
| Horse Power | 56 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 91 Nm | 307 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1044 kg | 1829 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 87 L | 78 L |
