1976 Ford Cortina vs. 2005 Mazda B3000
To start off, 2005 Mazda B3000 is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Ford Cortina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Ford Cortina would be higher. At 2,966 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Mazda B3000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mazda B3000 (154 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 1976 Ford Cortina. (56 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mazda B3000 should accelerate faster than 1976 Ford Cortina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mazda B3000 weights approximately 726 kg more than 1976 Ford Cortina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Mazda B3000 (240 Nm) has 149 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Ford Cortina. (91 Nm). This means 2005 Mazda B3000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Ford Cortina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Ford Cortina | 2005 Mazda B3000 | |
| Make | Ford | Mazda |
| Model | Cortina | B3000 |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 2966 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 56 HP | 154 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 91 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.1:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 945 kg | 1671 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 5160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 3200 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 74 L |
