2009 Chevrolet Captiva vs. 1970 Ford Cortina
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Captiva is newer by 39 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 1,993 cc (4 cylinders), 1970 Ford Cortina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Captiva (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1970 Ford Cortina. (95 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Captiva should accelerate faster than 1970 Ford Cortina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chevrolet Captiva weights approximately 750 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 2009 Chevrolet Captiva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1970 Ford Cortina. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Captiva 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, 2009 Chevrolet Captiva (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 172 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Ford Cortina. (148 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Captiva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Ford Cortina.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chevrolet Captiva | 1970 Ford Cortina | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
| Model | Captiva | Cortina |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1990 cc | 1993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 95 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1845 kg | 1095 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2590 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 87 L |
