2005 Opel Vectra vs. 1970 Ford Cortina

To start off, 2005 Opel Vectra is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Ford Cortina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Ford Cortina would be higher. At 1,909 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Opel Vectra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Opel Vectra (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1970 Ford Cortina. (85 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Opel Vectra should accelerate faster than 1970 Ford Cortina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Opel Vectra weights approximately 115 kg more than 1970 Ford Cortina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 1970 Ford Cortina is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1970 Ford Cortina. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Opel Vectra, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2005 Opel Vectra (321 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 196 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Ford Cortina. (125 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Opel Vectra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Ford Cortina. 1970 Ford Cortina has automatic transmission and 2005 Opel Vectra has manual transmission. 2005 Opel Vectra will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1970 Ford Cortina will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2005 Opel Vectra 1970 Ford Cortina
Make Opel Ford
Model Vectra Cortina
Year Released 2005 1970
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1909 cc 1593 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 148 HP 85 HP
Engine RPM 4000 RPM 5500 RPM
Torque 321 Nm 125 Nm
Torque RPM 2000 RPM 4000 RPM
Engine Bore Size 82 mm 81 mm
Engine Stroke Size 90.4 mm 77.6 mm
Fuel Type Diesel Gasoline
Drive Type Front Rear
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1200 kg 1085 kg
Vehicle Length 4600 mm 4280 mm
Vehicle Width 1800 mm 1710 mm
Vehicle Height 1470 mm 1330 mm
Wheelbase Size 2640 mm 2590 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 61 L 54 L


 

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