2004 Ford Mustang vs. 1975 Ford Cortina
To start off, 2004 Ford Mustang 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 3,802 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Mustang (191 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 135 more horse power than 1975 Ford Cortina. (56 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1975 Ford Cortina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Mustang weights approximately 353 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.
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, 2004 Ford Mustang (298 Nm) has 207 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Ford Cortina. (91 Nm). This means 2004 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Ford Cortina.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford Mustang | 1975 Ford Cortina | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Mustang | Cortina |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3802 cc | 1298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 191 HP | 56 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 91 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 97 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 63 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1298 kg | 945 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 55 L |
