1977 Ford Cortina vs. 2006 Honda Legend
To start off, 2006 Honda Legend 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 3,474 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Honda Legend is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Honda Legend (291 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 205 more horse power than 1977 Ford Cortina. (86 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Honda Legend should accelerate faster than 1977 Ford Cortina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Honda Legend weights approximately 560 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 1977 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 1977 Ford Cortina. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Honda Legend, 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 Legend (298 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 158 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Ford Cortina. (140 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Honda Legend will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Ford Cortina. 2006 Honda Legend 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 Legend will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1977 Ford Cortina | 2006 Honda Legend | |
Make | Ford | Honda |
Model | Cortina | Legend |
Year Released | 1977 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1997 cc | 3474 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 86 HP | 291 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 140 Nm | 298 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1670 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4990 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2910 mm |