1973 Ford Cortina vs. 2013 Toyota Sienna
To start off, 2013 Toyota Sienna is newer by 40 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Toyota Sienna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Toyota Sienna (262 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 206 more horse power than 1973 Ford Cortina. (56 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Sienna should accelerate faster than 1973 Ford Cortina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Toyota Sienna weights approximately 925 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, 2013 Toyota Sienna, 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 Sienna (332 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 241 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Ford Cortina. (91 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2013 Toyota Sienna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Ford Cortina. 2013 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. 2013 Toyota Sienna will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1973 Ford Cortina | 2013 Toyota Sienna | |
Make | Ford | Toyota |
Model | Cortina | Sienna |
Year Released | 1973 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1296 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 56 HP | 262 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 91 Nm | 332 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 63 mm | 83 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 1965 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 5085 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1985 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1811 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 3030 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 87 L | 79 L |