1980 Ford Cortina vs. 2006 Honda Accord
To start off, 2006 Honda Accord is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Ford Cortina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Ford Cortina would be higher. At 2,360 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Honda Accord (167 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 1980 Ford Cortina. (59 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1980 Ford Cortina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Honda Accord weights approximately 73 kg more than 1980 Ford Cortina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Honda Accord is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1980 Ford Cortina. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Honda Accord 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 Accord (217 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Ford Cortina. (92 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Ford Cortina. 2006 Honda Accord has automatic transmission and 1980 Ford Cortina has manual transmission. 1980 Ford Cortina will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Honda Accord will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Ford Cortina | 2006 Honda Accord | |
| Make | Ford | Honda |
| Model | Cortina | Accord |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1294 cc | 2360 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 167 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 92 Nm | 217 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 63 mm | 99 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1002 kg | 1075 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 65 L |
