1981 Ford Cortina vs. 2005 Honda Logo
To start off, 2005 Honda Logo is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Ford Cortina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Ford Cortina would be higher. At 1,343 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Honda Logo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Honda Logo (64 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1981 Ford Cortina. (59 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Honda Logo should accelerate faster than 1981 Ford Cortina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Ford Cortina weights approximately 60 kg more than 2005 Honda Logo.
Because 1981 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 1981 Ford Cortina. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Honda Logo, 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, 2005 Honda Logo (109 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Ford Cortina. (92 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 Honda Logo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Ford Cortina.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Ford Cortina | 2005 Honda Logo | |
Make | Ford | Honda |
Model | Cortina | Logo |
Year Released | 1981 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1293 cc | 1343 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 64 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 92 Nm | 109 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 940 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 3790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2370 mm |