1972 Ford Cortina vs. 2013 Toyota Matrix

To start off, 2013 Toyota Matrix is newer by 41 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 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Toyota Matrix is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Toyota Matrix (156 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 1972 Ford Cortina. (56 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Matrix should accelerate faster than 1972 Ford Cortina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Toyota Matrix weights approximately 436 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, 2013 Toyota Matrix, 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, 2013 Toyota Matrix (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Ford Cortina. (91 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2013 Toyota Matrix will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Ford Cortina.

Compare all specifications:

1972 Ford Cortina 2013 Toyota Matrix
Make Ford Toyota
Model Cortina Matrix
Year Released 1972 2013
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1298 cc 2400 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 56 HP 156 HP
Engine RPM 5500 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 91 Nm 220 Nm
Torque RPM 3000 RPM 4000 RPM
Engine Bore Size 81 mm 88 mm
Engine Stroke Size 63 mm 96 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Manual 5-speed manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1044 kg 1480 kg
Vehicle Length 4280 mm 4365 mm
Vehicle Width 1710 mm 1765 mm
Vehicle Height 1330 mm 1560 mm
Wheelbase Size 2590 mm 2600 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 87 L 50 L


 

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