2012 Volkswagen Passat vs. 1970 Ford Cortina
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen Passat is newer by 42 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Volkswagen Passat (280 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 183 more horse power than 1970 Ford Cortina. (97 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 1970 Ford Cortina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 561 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, 2012 Volkswagen Passat, 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, 2012 Volkswagen Passat (349 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 198 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Ford Cortina. (151 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2012 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Ford Cortina.
Compare all specifications:
2012 Volkswagen Passat | 1970 Ford Cortina | |
Make | Volkswagen | Ford |
Model | Passat | Cortina |
Year Released | 2012 | 1970 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3600 cc | 1993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 280 HP | 97 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 349 Nm | 151 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | 6-speed automated manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1563 kg | 1002 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4769 mm | 4280 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2712 mm | 2590 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 87 L |