2005 Dodge Ram vs. 1972 Ford Cortina
To start off, 2005 Dodge Ram is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Ford Cortina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Ford Cortina would be higher. At 8,276 cc (10 cylinders), 2005 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Dodge Ram (494 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 438 more horse power than 1972 Ford Cortina. (56 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 1972 Ford Cortina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Dodge Ram weights approximately 1428 kg more than 1972 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 Dodge Ram (691 Nm) has 600 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Ford Cortina. (91 Nm). This means 2005 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Ford Cortina.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Dodge Ram | 1972 Ford Cortina | |
| Make | Dodge | Ford |
| Model | Ram | Cortina |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 8276 cc | 1298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 494 HP | 56 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 691 Nm | 91 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 101 mm | 63 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2472 kg | 1044 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5790 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3580 mm | 2590 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 87 L |
