1973 Ford Cortina vs. 1989 Skoda Favorit
To start off, 1989 Skoda Favorit is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Ford Cortina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Ford Cortina would be higher. At 1,298 cc (4 cylinders), 1973 Ford Cortina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Skoda Favorit (60 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1973 Ford Cortina. (56 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Skoda Favorit should accelerate faster than 1973 Ford Cortina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Ford Cortina weights approximately 5 kg more than 1989 Skoda Favorit.
Because 1973 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 1973 Ford Cortina. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Skoda Favorit, 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, 1989 Skoda Favorit (104 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Ford Cortina. (91 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1989 Skoda Favorit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Ford Cortina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Ford Cortina | 1989 Skoda Favorit | |
| Make | Ford | Skoda |
| Model | Cortina | Favorit |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 1289 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 56 HP | 60 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 91 Nm | 104 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 75.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 63 mm | 72 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 945 kg | 940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 3820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 47 L |
