2007 Chevrolet Express vs. 1975 Ford Cortina
To start off, 2007 Chevrolet Express is newer by 32 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 5,998 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Chevrolet Express (300 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 244 more horse power than 1975 Ford Cortina. (56 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 1975 Ford Cortina.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Chevrolet Express (488 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 397 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Ford Cortina. (91 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Ford Cortina. 2007 Chevrolet Express has automatic transmission and 1975 Ford Cortina has manual transmission. 1975 Ford Cortina will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Chevrolet Express will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Chevrolet Express | 1975 Ford Cortina | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
| Model | Express | Cortina |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5998 cc | 1298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 56 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 488 Nm | 91 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 63 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 12 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2080 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 55 L |
