2005 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 1978 Ford Cortina
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Ford Cortina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Ford Cortina would be higher. At 5,359 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Silverado (295 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 209 more horse power than 1978 Ford Cortina. (86 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 1978 Ford Cortina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 984 kg more than 1978 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, 2005 Chevrolet Silverado (454 Nm) has 313 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Ford Cortina. (141 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Ford Cortina. 2005 Chevrolet Silverado has automatic transmission and 1978 Ford Cortina has manual transmission. 1978 Ford Cortina will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Chevrolet Silverado will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Silverado | 1978 Ford Cortina | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
| Model | Silverado | Cortina |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5359 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 295 HP | 86 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 454 Nm | 141 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2094 kg | 1110 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5850 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3650 mm | 2580 mm |
