2009 Acura RL vs. 1978 Ford Cortina
To start off, 2009 Acura RL is newer by 31 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 3,664 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Acura RL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Acura RL (300 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 214 more horse power than 1978 Ford Cortina. (86 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Acura RL should accelerate faster than 1978 Ford Cortina.
Because 2009 Acura RL is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1978 Ford Cortina. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Acura RL 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, 2009 Acura RL (367 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 226 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Ford Cortina. (141 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Acura RL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Ford Cortina.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Acura RL | 1978 Ford Cortina | |
| Make | Acura | Ford |
| Model | RL | Cortina |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3664 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 86 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 367 Nm | 141 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2580 mm |
