1973 Ford Cortina vs. 2007 Toyota Sienna
To start off, 2007 Toyota Sienna is newer by 34 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 3,455 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Toyota Sienna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Toyota Sienna (266 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 210 more horse power than 1973 Ford Cortina. (56 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Sienna should accelerate faster than 1973 Ford Cortina.
Because 2007 Toyota Sienna is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1973 Ford Cortina. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Sienna 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 Toyota Sienna (332 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 241 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Ford Cortina. (91 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Toyota Sienna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Ford Cortina. 2007 Toyota Sienna has automatic transmission and 1973 Ford Cortina has manual transmission. 1973 Ford Cortina will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Toyota Sienna will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Ford Cortina | 2007 Toyota Sienna | |
Make | Ford | Toyota |
Model | Cortina | Sienna |
Year Released | 1973 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1298 cc | 3455 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 56 HP | 266 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 91 Nm | 332 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 5110 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1970 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 3040 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 76 L |