1978 Ford Cortina vs. 2006 Toyota RAV4
To start off, 2006 Toyota RAV4 is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Ford Cortina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Ford Cortina would be higher. At 2,360 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Toyota RAV4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Toyota RAV4 (166 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1978 Ford Cortina. (86 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Toyota RAV4 should accelerate faster than 1978 Ford Cortina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Toyota RAV4 weights approximately 245 kg more than 1978 Ford Cortina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Toyota RAV4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1978 Ford Cortina. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Toyota RAV4 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, 2006 Toyota RAV4 (224 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Ford Cortina. (141 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Toyota RAV4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Ford Cortina.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Ford Cortina | 2006 Toyota RAV4 | |
Make | Ford | Toyota |
Model | Cortina | RAV4 |
Year Released | 1978 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2360 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 86 HP | 166 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 141 Nm | 224 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1355 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4610 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1750 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2670 mm |