2002 Acura NSX vs. 1965 Ford Cortina
To start off, 2002 Acura NSX is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Ford Cortina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Ford Cortina would be higher. At 2,977 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Acura NSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Acura NSX (249 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 200 more horse power than 1965 Ford Cortina. (49 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Acura NSX should accelerate faster than 1965 Ford Cortina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Acura NSX weights approximately 595 kg more than 1965 Ford Cortina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2002 Acura NSX (285 Nm @ 5300 RPM) has 195 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Ford Cortina. (90 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2002 Acura NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Ford Cortina. 2002 Acura NSX has automatic transmission and 1965 Ford Cortina has manual transmission. 1965 Ford Cortina will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Acura NSX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Acura NSX | 1965 Ford Cortina | |
| Make | Acura | Ford |
| Model | NSX | Cortina |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2977 cc | 1198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 249 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 90 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5300 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90.1 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 58.1 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 835 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2500 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 40 L |
