1975 Ford Cortina vs. 2005 SsangYong Rodius
To start off, 2005 SsangYong Rodius is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Ford Cortina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Ford Cortina would be higher. At 2,696 cc (5 cylinders), 2005 SsangYong Rodius is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 SsangYong Rodius (161 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 1975 Ford Cortina. (56 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 SsangYong Rodius should accelerate faster than 1975 Ford Cortina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 SsangYong Rodius weights approximately 1177 kg more than 1975 Ford Cortina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 SsangYong Rodius is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1975 Ford Cortina. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 SsangYong Rodius 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, 2005 SsangYong Rodius (342 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 251 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Ford Cortina. (91 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 SsangYong Rodius will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Ford Cortina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Ford Cortina | 2005 SsangYong Rodius | |
| Make | Ford | SsangYong |
| Model | Cortina | Rodius |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 2696 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 56 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 91 Nm | 342 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 86.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 63 mm | 92.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 2217 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 5130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 87 L | 80 L |
