1975 Ford Cortina vs. 1996 Honda Prelude
To start off, 1996 Honda Prelude is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Ford Cortina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Ford Cortina would be higher. At 2,258 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Honda Prelude is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Honda Prelude (190 HP) has 134 more horse power than 1975 Ford Cortina. (56 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Honda Prelude should accelerate faster than 1975 Ford Cortina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Honda Prelude weights approximately 290 kg more than 1975 Ford Cortina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1975 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 1975 Ford Cortina. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Honda Prelude, 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, 1996 Honda Prelude (214 Nm) has 123 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Ford Cortina. (91 Nm). This means 1996 Honda Prelude will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Ford Cortina.
Compare all specifications:
1975 Ford Cortina | 1996 Honda Prelude | |
Make | Ford | Honda |
Model | Cortina | Prelude |
Year Released | 1975 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1298 cc | 2258 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 56 HP | 190 HP |
Torque | 91 Nm | 214 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 87.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 63 mm | 95 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 1330 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2560 mm |