1952 Allard Safari vs. 1989 Honda Accord
To start off, 1989 Honda Accord is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Allard Safari. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Allard Safari would be higher. At 3,621 cc (8 cylinders), 1952 Allard Safari is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Honda Accord (120 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1952 Allard Safari. (85 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1952 Allard Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1952 Allard Safari weights approximately 321 kg more than 1989 Honda Accord.
Because 1952 Allard Safari 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 1952 Allard Safari. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Honda Accord, 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, 1952 Allard Safari (203 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Honda Accord. (169 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1952 Allard Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
1952 Allard Safari | 1989 Honda Accord | |
Make | Allard | Honda |
Model | Safari | Accord |
Year Released | 1952 | 1989 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3621 cc | 1955 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 120 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 203 Nm | 169 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 6.1:1 | 9.3:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1476 kg | 1155 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4570 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 81 L | 60 L |