2001 Mazda B2500 vs. 1970 Ford Cortina
To start off, 2001 Mazda B2500 is newer by 31 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 2,497 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Mazda B2500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Ford Cortina (95 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2001 Mazda B2500. (82 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Ford Cortina should accelerate faster than 2001 Mazda B2500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Mazda B2500 weights approximately 645 kg more than 1970 Ford Cortina.
Because 2001 Mazda B2500 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, 2001 Mazda B2500 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, 2001 Mazda B2500 (194 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Ford Cortina. (148 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2001 Mazda B2500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Ford Cortina. 1970 Ford Cortina has automatic transmission and 2001 Mazda B2500 has manual transmission. 2001 Mazda B2500 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1970 Ford Cortina will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Mazda B2500 | 1970 Ford Cortina | |
Make | Mazda | Ford |
Model | B2500 | Cortina |
Year Released | 2001 | 1970 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2497 cc | 1993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 82 HP | 95 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 194 Nm | 148 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 1095 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 4280 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2990 mm | 2590 mm |