2007 Acura MDX vs. 1976 Ford Cortina
To start off, 2007 Acura MDX is newer by 31 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 3,664 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Acura MDX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Acura MDX (300 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 193 more horse power than 1976 Ford Cortina. (107 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Acura MDX should accelerate faster than 1976 Ford Cortina.
Because 2007 Acura MDX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1976 Ford Cortina. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Acura MDX will offer significantly more control. 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, 2007 Acura MDX (373 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 196 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Ford Cortina. (177 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Acura MDX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Ford Cortina.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Acura MDX | 1976 Ford Cortina | |
| Make | Acura | Ford |
| Model | MDX | Cortina |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3664 cc | 2294 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 107 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 373 Nm | 177 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2590 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 54 L |
