2007 Acura TSX vs. 1974 Ford Cortina
To start off, 2007 Acura TSX is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Ford Cortina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Ford Cortina would be higher. At 2,398 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Acura TSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Acura TSX (205 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 149 more horse power than 1974 Ford Cortina. (56 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Acura TSX should accelerate faster than 1974 Ford Cortina.
Because 1974 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 1974 Ford Cortina. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Acura TSX, 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, 2007 Acura TSX (222 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 131 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Ford Cortina. (91 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Acura TSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Ford Cortina.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Acura TSX | 1974 Ford Cortina | |
| Make | Acura | Ford |
| Model | TSX | Cortina |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2398 cc | 1298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 205 HP | 56 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 222 Nm | 91 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2590 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 55 L |
