1976 Ford Cortina vs. 2000 Honda Prelude
To start off, 2000 Honda Prelude is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Ford Cortina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Ford Cortina would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Honda Prelude is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Honda Prelude (131 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1976 Ford Cortina. (90 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Honda Prelude should accelerate faster than 1976 Ford Cortina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Honda Prelude weights approximately 126 kg more than 1976 Ford Cortina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1976 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 1976 Ford Cortina. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 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, 2000 Honda Prelude (178 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Ford Cortina. (122 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2000 Honda Prelude will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Ford Cortina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Ford Cortina | 2000 Honda Prelude | |
| Make | Ford | Honda |
| Model | Cortina | Prelude |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1593 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 131 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 122 Nm | 178 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.7 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1114 kg | 1240 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2590 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 50 L |
