2007 Ford E-250 vs. 1970 Ford Cortina
To start off, 2007 Ford E-250 is newer by 37 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 4,606 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Ford E-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ford E-250 (225 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 128 more horse power than 1970 Ford Cortina. (97 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford E-250 should accelerate faster than 1970 Ford Cortina.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Ford E-250 (388 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 237 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Ford Cortina. (151 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Ford E-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Ford Cortina. 2007 Ford E-250 has automatic transmission and 1970 Ford Cortina has manual transmission. 1970 Ford Cortina will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Ford E-250 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Ford E-250 | 1970 Ford Cortina | |
Make | Ford | Ford |
Model | E-250 | Cortina |
Year Released | 2007 | 1970 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4606 cc | 1993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 225 HP | 97 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 388 Nm | 151 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 4280 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2120 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3510 mm | 2590 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 87 L |