1970 Ford Cortina vs. 1999 Honda S-MX
To start off, 1999 Honda S-MX is newer by 29 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 1,972 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Honda S-MX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Honda S-MX (129 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1970 Ford Cortina. (88 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Honda S-MX should accelerate faster than 1970 Ford Cortina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Honda S-MX weights approximately 340 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 1999 Honda S-MX 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, 1999 Honda S-MX 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, 1999 Honda S-MX (190 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Ford Cortina. (125 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1999 Honda S-MX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Ford Cortina.
Compare all specifications:
1970 Ford Cortina | 1999 Honda S-MX | |
Make | Ford | Honda |
Model | Cortina | S-MX |
Year Released | 1970 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1593 cc | 1972 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 88 HP | 129 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 125 Nm | 190 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87.8 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 88 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 1330 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 3960 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2510 mm |