2002 Ford Econovan vs. 1966 Ford Cortina
To start off, 2002 Ford Econovan is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Ford Cortina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Ford Cortina would be higher. At 1,789 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Ford Econovan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Ford Econovan (90 HP) has 41 more horse power than 1966 Ford Cortina. (49 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Ford Econovan should accelerate faster than 1966 Ford Cortina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Ford Econovan weights approximately 400 kg more than 1966 Ford Cortina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1966 Ford Cortina (185 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Ford Econovan. (138 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1966 Ford Cortina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Ford Econovan.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Ford Econovan | 1966 Ford Cortina | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Econovan | Cortina |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1789 cc | 1296 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 49 HP |
| Torque | 138 Nm | 185 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1295 kg | 895 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2610 mm |
