1998 Mazda Levante vs. 1970 Ford Cortina
To start off, 1998 Mazda Levante is newer by 28 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 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Mazda Levante is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Mazda Levante (139 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1970 Ford Cortina. (85 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Mazda Levante should accelerate faster than 1970 Ford Cortina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Mazda Levante weights approximately 175 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 1998 Mazda Levante 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, 1998 Mazda Levante 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, 1998 Mazda Levante (190 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Ford Cortina. (125 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1998 Mazda Levante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Ford Cortina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Mazda Levante | 1970 Ford Cortina | |
| Make | Mazda | Ford |
| Model | Levante | Cortina |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1593 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 139 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 1085 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2590 mm |
