2004 Chevrolet Express vs. 1975 Ford Cortina
To start off, 2004 Chevrolet Express is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Ford Cortina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Ford Cortina would be higher. At 4,294 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chevrolet Express (200 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 144 more horse power than 1975 Ford Cortina. (56 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 1975 Ford Cortina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 1457 kg more than 1975 Ford Cortina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Chevrolet Express (339 Nm) has 248 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Ford Cortina. (91 Nm). This means 2004 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Ford Cortina.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chevrolet Express | 1975 Ford Cortina | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
| Model | Express | Cortina |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4294 cc | 1298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 56 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 91 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2402 kg | 945 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2080 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 55 L |
