2008 Toyota Highlander vs. 1970 Ford Cortina
To start off, 2008 Toyota Highlander 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 3,546 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Toyota Highlander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Toyota Highlander (270 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 173 more horse power than 1970 Ford Cortina. (97 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Toyota Highlander should accelerate faster than 1970 Ford Cortina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Toyota Highlander weights approximately 382 kg more than 1970 Ford Cortina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Toyota Highlander, 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 Toyota Highlander (336 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 185 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Ford Cortina. (151 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Toyota Highlander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Ford Cortina.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Toyota Highlander | 1970 Ford Cortina | |
Make | Toyota | Ford |
Model | Highlander | Cortina |
Year Released | 2008 | 1970 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3546 cc | 1993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 270 HP | 97 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 336 Nm | 151 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1384 kg | 1002 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4280 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2590 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 73 L | 87 L |