2005 Acura RL vs. 1978 Ford Cortina
To start off, 2005 Acura RL is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Ford Cortina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Ford Cortina would be higher. At 3,474 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Acura RL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Acura RL (300 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 214 more horse power than 1978 Ford Cortina. (86 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Acura RL should accelerate faster than 1978 Ford Cortina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Acura RL weights approximately 650 kg more than 1978 Ford Cortina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1978 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 1978 Ford Cortina. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Acura RL, 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 Acura RL (353 Nm) has 212 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Ford Cortina. (141 Nm). This means 2005 Acura RL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Ford Cortina.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Acura RL | 1978 Ford Cortina | |
| Make | Acura | Ford |
| Model | RL | Cortina |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3474 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 86 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 353 Nm | 141 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1760 kg | 1110 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2580 mm |
