1974 Ford Cortina vs. 1986 Acura Integra
To start off, 1986 Acura Integra is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Ford Cortina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Ford Cortina would be higher. At 1,600 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Acura Integra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Acura Integra (125 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1974 Ford Cortina. (56 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Acura Integra should accelerate faster than 1974 Ford Cortina.
Because 1974 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 1974 Ford Cortina. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 Acura Integra, 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, 1986 Acura Integra (139 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Ford Cortina. (91 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1986 Acura Integra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Ford Cortina. 1986 Acura Integra has automatic transmission and 1974 Ford Cortina has manual transmission. 1974 Ford Cortina will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1986 Acura Integra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Ford Cortina | 1986 Acura Integra | |
| Make | Ford | Acura |
| Model | Cortina | Integra |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 1600 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 | 139 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5500 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 | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4285 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1665 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2450 mm |
