1973 Ford Cortina vs. 1992 Honda CRX
To start off, 1992 Honda CRX is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Ford Cortina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Ford Cortina would be higher. At 1,590 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Honda CRX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Honda CRX (125 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1973 Ford Cortina. (56 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Honda CRX should accelerate faster than 1973 Ford Cortina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Honda CRX weights approximately 10 kg more than 1973 Ford Cortina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1973 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 1973 Ford Cortina. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 Honda CRX, 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, 1992 Honda CRX (141 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Ford Cortina. (91 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1992 Honda CRX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Ford Cortina.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Ford Cortina | 1992 Honda CRX | |
Make | Ford | Honda |
Model | Cortina | CRX |
Year Released | 1973 | 1992 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1296 cc | 1590 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 56 HP | 125 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 91 Nm | 141 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 63 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 1050 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4010 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1260 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2380 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 87 L | 45 L |