2006 Chrysler 300 vs. 1974 Ford Cortina
To start off, 2006 Chrysler 300 is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Ford Cortina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Ford Cortina would be higher. At 2,735 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Chrysler 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chrysler 300 (190 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 134 more horse power than 1974 Ford Cortina. (56 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chrysler 300 should accelerate faster than 1974 Ford Cortina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chrysler 300 weights approximately 870 kg more than 1974 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, 2006 Chrysler 300 (257 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 166 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Ford Cortina. (91 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Chrysler 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Ford Cortina. 2006 Chrysler 300 has automatic transmission and 1974 Ford Cortina has manual transmission. 1974 Ford Cortina will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Chrysler 300 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chrysler 300 | 1974 Ford Cortina | |
| Make | Chrysler | Ford |
| Model | 300 | Cortina |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2735 cc | 1298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 56 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 257 Nm | 91 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.9:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1815 kg | 945 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5020 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3060 mm | 2590 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 55 L |
