1988 Subaru XT vs. 1970 Ford Cortina
To start off, 1988 Subaru XT is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Ford Cortina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Ford Cortina would be higher. At 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Subaru XT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Subaru XT (134 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1970 Ford Cortina. (85 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Subaru XT should accelerate faster than 1970 Ford Cortina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Subaru XT weights approximately 75 kg more than 1970 Ford Cortina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1988 Subaru XT is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1970 Ford Cortina. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 Subaru XT 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, 1988 Subaru XT (196 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Ford Cortina. (125 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1988 Subaru XT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Ford Cortina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Subaru XT | 1970 Ford Cortina | |
| Make | Subaru | Ford |
| Model | XT | Cortina |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 1593 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 196 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67 mm | 77.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1160 kg | 1085 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2590 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 54 L |
