1995 Acura Legend vs. 1963 Ford Cortina
To start off, 1995 Acura Legend is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Ford Cortina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Ford Cortina would be higher. At 3,206 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Acura Legend is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Acura Legend (200 HP) has 151 more horse power than 1963 Ford Cortina. (49 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Acura Legend should accelerate faster than 1963 Ford Cortina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Acura Legend weights approximately 372 kg more than 1963 Ford Cortina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1963 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 1963 Ford Cortina. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Acura 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, 1995 Acura Legend (286 Nm) has 201 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Ford Cortina. (85 Nm). This means 1995 Acura Legend will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Ford Cortina.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Acura Legend | 1963 Ford Cortina | |
Make | Acura | Ford |
Model | Legend | Cortina |
Year Released | 1995 | 1963 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3206 cc | 1558 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 49 HP |
Torque | 286 Nm | 85 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 81.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 77.6 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1595 kg | 1223 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2500 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 36 L |