1976 Ford Cortina vs. 2006 Honda Accord
To start off, 2006 Honda Accord is newer by 30 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 2,358 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Honda Accord (166 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 1976 Ford Cortina. (73 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1976 Ford Cortina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Ford Cortina weights approximately 39 kg more than 2006 Honda Accord.
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, 2006 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, 2006 Honda Accord (217 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Ford Cortina. (117 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2006 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Ford Cortina.
Compare all specifications:
1976 Ford Cortina | 2006 Honda Accord | |
Make | Ford | Honda |
Model | Cortina | Accord |
Year Released | 1976 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1593 cc | 2358 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 73 HP | 166 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 117 Nm | 217 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87.7 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 99 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 9.7:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1114 kg | 1075 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4860 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2750 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 65 L |