2004 Acura EL vs. 1976 Ford Cortina
To start off, 2004 Acura EL is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Ford Cortina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Ford Cortina would be higher. At 1,668 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Acura EL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Acura EL (124 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1976 Ford Cortina. (73 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Acura EL should accelerate faster than 1976 Ford Cortina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Acura EL weights approximately 147 kg more than 1976 Ford Cortina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1976 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 1976 Ford Cortina. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Acura EL, 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, 2004 Acura EL (155 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Ford Cortina. (117 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2004 Acura EL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Ford Cortina.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Acura EL | 1976 Ford Cortina | |
| Make | Acura | Ford |
| Model | EL | Cortina |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1668 cc | 1593 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 124 HP | 73 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 155 Nm | 117 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1182 kg | 1035 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2590 mm |
