1977 Ford Cortina vs. 2006 Honda Element

To start off, 2006 Honda Element is newer by 29 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 2,360 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Honda Element is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Honda Element (157 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1977 Ford Cortina. (86 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Honda Element should accelerate faster than 1977 Ford Cortina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Honda Element weights approximately 880 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 2006 Honda Element 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, 2006 Honda Element 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, 2006 Honda Element (217 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Ford Cortina. (140 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Honda Element will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Ford Cortina. 2006 Honda Element has automatic transmission and 1977 Ford Cortina has manual transmission. 1977 Ford Cortina will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Honda Element will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

1977 Ford Cortina 2006 Honda Element
Make Ford Honda
Model Cortina Element
Year Released 1977 2006
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1997 cc 2360 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 86 HP 157 HP
Engine RPM 5300 RPM 5500 RPM
Torque 140 Nm 217 Nm
Torque RPM 3500 RPM 4500 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear 4WD
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 4 seats
Vehicle Weight 1110 kg 1990 kg
Vehicle Length 4380 mm 4310 mm
Vehicle Width 1710 mm 1820 mm
Vehicle Height 1340 mm 1790 mm
Wheelbase Size 2580 mm 2580 mm


 

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