1977 Ford Cortina vs. 2000 Honda NSX
To start off, 2000 Honda NSX is newer by 23 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 3,177 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Honda NSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Honda NSX (290 HP @ 7100 RPM) has 204 more horse power than 1977 Ford Cortina. (86 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Honda NSX should accelerate faster than 1977 Ford Cortina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Honda NSX weights approximately 260 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.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 NSX (310 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 170 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Ford Cortina. (140 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2000 Honda NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Ford Cortina.
Compare all specifications:
1977 Ford Cortina | 2000 Honda NSX | |
Make | Ford | Honda |
Model | Cortina | NSX |
Year Released | 1977 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1997 cc | 3177 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 86 HP | 290 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 7100 RPM |
Torque | 140 Nm | 310 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1370 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4430 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1170 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2540 mm |