1970 Ford Cortina vs. 2008 Honda Accord
To start off, 2008 Honda Accord is newer by 38 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 2,202 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Honda Accord (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1970 Ford Cortina. (88 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1970 Ford Cortina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Honda Accord weights approximately 655 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, 2008 Honda Accord, 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, 2008 Honda Accord (340 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 215 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Ford Cortina. (125 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Ford Cortina.
Compare all specifications:
1970 Ford Cortina | 2008 Honda Accord | |
Make | Ford | Honda |
Model | Cortina | Accord |
Year Released | 1970 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1593 cc | 2202 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 88 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 125 Nm | 340 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87.8 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 97.1 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 16.7:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 1645 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2730 mm |