1971 Ford Cortina vs. 2007 Honda Accord
To start off, 2007 Honda Accord is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Ford Cortina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Ford Cortina would be higher. At 2,354 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Honda Accord (167 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 1971 Ford Cortina. (56 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1971 Ford Cortina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Honda Accord weights approximately 130 kg more than 1971 Ford Cortina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Honda Accord is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1971 Ford Cortina. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Honda Accord 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, 2007 Honda Accord (217 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 126 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Ford Cortina. (91 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Ford Cortina.
Compare all specifications:
1971 Ford Cortina | 2007 Honda Accord | |
Make | Ford | Honda |
Model | Cortina | Accord |
Year Released | 1971 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1298 cc | 2354 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 56 HP | 167 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 91 Nm | 217 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 945 kg | 1075 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4860 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2750 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 65 L |