1973 Ford Cortina vs. 2011 Opel Antara
To start off, 2011 Opel Antara is newer by 38 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 1,990 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Opel Antara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Opel Antara (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 1973 Ford Cortina. (56 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Opel Antara should accelerate faster than 1973 Ford Cortina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Opel Antara weights approximately 815 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 2011 Opel Antara 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, 2011 Opel Antara 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, 2011 Opel Antara (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 229 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Ford Cortina. (91 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2011 Opel Antara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Ford Cortina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Ford Cortina | 2011 Opel Antara | |
| Make | Ford | Opel |
| Model | Cortina | Antara |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1296 cc | 1990 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 56 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 91 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 63 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 17.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 1855 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 87 L | 65 L |
