1973 Ford Cortina vs. 2013 Honda Accord
To start off, 2013 Honda Accord is newer by 40 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 2,356 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Honda Accord (182 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 126 more horse power than 1973 Ford Cortina. (56 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1973 Ford Cortina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Honda Accord weights approximately 586 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, 2013 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, 2013 Honda Accord (245 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 154 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Ford Cortina. (91 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2013 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Ford Cortina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Ford Cortina | 2013 Honda Accord | |
| Make | Ford | Honda |
| Model | Cortina | Accord |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 2356 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 56 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 91 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 63 mm | 99 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 11.0 : 1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 945 kg | 1531 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4862 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1849 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1465 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2775 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 65 L |
