1970 Ford Cortina vs. 2013 Honda Odyssey
To start off, 2013 Honda Odyssey is newer by 43 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 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Honda Odyssey is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Honda Odyssey (245 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 177 more horse power than 1970 Ford Cortina. (68 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Honda Odyssey should accelerate faster than 1970 Ford Cortina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Honda Odyssey weights approximately 1087 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, 2013 Honda Odyssey, 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, 2013 Honda Odyssey (339 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 224 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Ford Cortina. (115 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2013 Honda Odyssey will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Ford Cortina. 2013 Honda Odyssey has automatic transmission and 1970 Ford Cortina has manual transmission. 1970 Ford Cortina will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Honda Odyssey will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Ford Cortina | 2013 Honda Odyssey | |
| Make | Ford | Honda |
| Model | Cortina | Odyssey |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1599 cc | 3471 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 68 HP | 245 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 339 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77.6 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 2047 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 5152 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 2011 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1737 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 3000 mm |
