2009 Mazda CX-7 vs. 1970 Ford Cortina
To start off, 2009 Mazda CX-7 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 2,260 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Mazda CX-7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mazda CX-7 (244 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 159 more horse power than 1970 Ford Cortina. (85 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mazda CX-7 should accelerate faster than 1970 Ford Cortina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mazda CX-7 weights approximately 247 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 Mazda CX-7 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 Mazda CX-7 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 Mazda CX-7 (350 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 225 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Ford Cortina. (125 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Mazda CX-7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Ford Cortina.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Mazda CX-7 | 1970 Ford Cortina | |
Make | Mazda | Ford |
Model | CX-7 | Cortina |
Year Released | 2009 | 1970 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2260 cc | 1593 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 244 HP | 85 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 350 Nm | 125 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1332 kg | 1085 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4280 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2590 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 69 L | 54 L |