2008 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 1970 Ford Cortina
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Suburban is newer by 38 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 5,298 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chevrolet Suburban (320 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 225 more horse power than 1970 Ford Cortina. (95 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 1970 Ford Cortina.
Because 1970 Ford Cortina is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1970 Ford Cortina. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Suburban, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2008 Chevrolet Suburban (461 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 313 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Ford Cortina. (148 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Ford Cortina. 2008 Chevrolet Suburban 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. 2008 Chevrolet Suburban will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chevrolet Suburban | 1970 Ford Cortina | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
| Model | Suburban | Cortina |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5298 cc | 1993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 320 HP | 95 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 461 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 9 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5660 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1960 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2590 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 87 L |
