1977 Ford Cortina vs. 1999 Honda S-MX
To start off, 1999 Honda S-MX is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Ford Cortina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Ford Cortina would be higher. At 3,273 cc (6 cylinders), 1977 Ford Cortina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Honda S-MX (129 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1977 Ford Cortina. (108 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Honda S-MX should accelerate faster than 1977 Ford Cortina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Honda S-MX weights approximately 220 kg more than 1977 Ford Cortina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Honda S-MX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1977 Ford Cortina. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Honda S-MX will offer significantly more control. 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, 1977 Ford Cortina (221 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Honda S-MX. (190 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1977 Ford Cortina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Honda S-MX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Ford Cortina | 1999 Honda S-MX | |
| Make | Ford | Honda |
| Model | Cortina | S-MX |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3273 cc | 1972 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 221 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2510 mm |
