2009 Dodge Charger vs. 1962 Ford Cortina
To start off, 2009 Dodge Charger is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Ford Cortina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Ford Cortina would be higher. At 2,735 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Dodge Charger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Dodge Charger (178 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 130 more horse power than 1962 Ford Cortina. (48 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Charger should accelerate faster than 1962 Ford Cortina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Dodge Charger weights approximately 1565 kg more than 1962 Ford Cortina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 Dodge Charger (258 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 168 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Ford Cortina. (90 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2009 Dodge Charger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Ford Cortina. 2009 Dodge Charger has automatic transmission and 1962 Ford Cortina has manual transmission. 1962 Ford Cortina will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Dodge Charger will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Dodge Charger | 1962 Ford Cortina | |
| Make | Dodge | Ford |
| Model | Charger | Cortina |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1962 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2735 cc | 1198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 178 HP | 48 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 258 Nm | 90 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 81.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 58.1 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 8.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2343 kg | 778 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2500 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 36 L |
