2007 Acura RDX vs. 1967 Ford Cortina
To start off, 2007 Acura RDX is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Ford Cortina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Ford Cortina would be higher. At 2,299 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Acura RDX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Acura RDX (240 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 188 more horse power than 1967 Ford Cortina. (52 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Acura RDX should accelerate faster than 1967 Ford Cortina.
Because 2007 Acura RDX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1967 Ford Cortina. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Acura RDX 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 RDX (353 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 251 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Ford Cortina. (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2007 Acura RDX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Ford Cortina.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Acura RDX | 1967 Ford Cortina | |
| Make | Acura | Ford |
| Model | RDX | Cortina |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2299 cc | 1298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 52 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 353 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.4 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99.1 mm | 63 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2500 mm |
