1978 Ford Cortina vs. 2001 Honda Integra
To start off, 2001 Honda Integra is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Ford Cortina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Ford Cortina would be higher. Both 1978 Ford Cortina and 2001 Honda Integra are equipped with a 1,998 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Honda Integra (158 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 1978 Ford Cortina. (86 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Honda Integra should accelerate faster than 1978 Ford Cortina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Honda Integra weights approximately 60 kg more than 1978 Ford Cortina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1978 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 1978 Ford Cortina. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Honda Integra, 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, 2001 Honda Integra (190 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Ford Cortina. (141 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2001 Honda Integra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Ford Cortina.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Ford Cortina | 2001 Honda Integra | |
Make | Ford | Honda |
Model | Cortina | Integra |
Year Released | 1978 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 86 HP | 158 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 141 Nm | 190 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1170 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4390 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2580 mm |