2007 GMC Sierra vs. 1970 Ford Cortina
To start off, 2007 GMC Sierra 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 5,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 GMC Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 GMC Sierra (300 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 215 more horse power than 1970 Ford Cortina. (85 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 GMC Sierra should accelerate faster than 1970 Ford Cortina.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 GMC Sierra (488 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 363 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Ford Cortina. (125 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 GMC Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Ford Cortina.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 GMC Sierra | 1970 Ford Cortina | |
| Make | GMC | Ford |
| Model | Sierra | Cortina |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5999 cc | 1593 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 488 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 77.6 mm |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 6330 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2450 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1940 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 4010 mm | 2590 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 129 L | 54 L |
