2007 Dodge Charger vs. 1974 Ford Cortina
To start off, 2007 Dodge Charger is newer by 33 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 2,701 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Dodge Charger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Dodge Charger (189 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 133 more horse power than 1974 Ford Cortina. (56 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Dodge Charger should accelerate faster than 1974 Ford Cortina.
Because 2007 Dodge Charger is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1974 Ford Cortina. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Dodge Charger will offer significantly more control. 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, 2007 Dodge Charger (259 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 168 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Ford Cortina. (91 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Dodge Charger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Ford Cortina. 2007 Dodge Charger 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. 2007 Dodge Charger will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Dodge Charger | 1974 Ford Cortina | |
| Make | Dodge | Ford |
| Model | Charger | Cortina |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2701 cc | 1298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 189 HP | 56 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 259 Nm | 91 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.5 mm | 63 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2590 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 55 L |
