1973 Ford Cortina vs. 1995 Volvo 440
To start off, 1995 Volvo 440 is newer by 22 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 1,870 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Volvo 440 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Volvo 440 (89 HP @ 4250 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1973 Ford Cortina. (56 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Volvo 440 should accelerate faster than 1973 Ford Cortina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Volvo 440 weights approximately 30 kg more than 1973 Ford Cortina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1995 Volvo 440, 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, 1995 Volvo 440 (180 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Ford Cortina. (91 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1995 Volvo 440 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Ford Cortina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Ford Cortina | 1995 Volvo 440 | |
| Make | Ford | Volvo |
| Model | Cortina | 440 |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1296 cc | 1870 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 56 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Torque | 91 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 1070 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2510 mm |
