1975 Ford Cortina vs. 2010 Ford Maverick
To start off, 2010 Ford Maverick is newer by 35 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 1,987 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Ford Maverick is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Ford Maverick (122 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 1975 Ford Cortina. (56 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Ford Maverick should accelerate faster than 1975 Ford Cortina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Ford Maverick weights approximately 570 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 2010 Ford Maverick 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, 2010 Ford Maverick 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, 2010 Ford Maverick (175 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Ford Cortina. (91 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 Ford Maverick will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Ford Cortina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Ford Cortina | 2010 Ford Maverick | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Cortina | Maverick |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 1987 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 56 HP | 122 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 91 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 84.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 63 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 945 kg | 1515 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 62 L |
