2009 Ford Explorer vs. 1967 Ford Cortina
To start off, 2009 Ford Explorer is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Ford Cortina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Ford Cortina would be higher. At 4,007 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Ford Explorer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Explorer (210 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 158 more horse power than 1967 Ford Cortina. (52 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Explorer should accelerate faster than 1967 Ford Cortina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Ford Explorer weights approximately 86 kg more than 1967 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 Ford Explorer (344 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 242 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Ford Cortina. (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Explorer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Ford Cortina.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Ford Explorer | 1967 Ford Cortina | |
Make | Ford | Ford |
Model | Explorer | Cortina |
Year Released | 2009 | 1967 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4007 cc | 1298 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 210 HP | 52 HP |
Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 344 Nm | 102 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 880 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4280 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2500 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 40 L |