1964 Ford Taunus vs. 2011 Honda Accord
To start off, 2011 Honda Accord is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Ford Taunus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Ford Taunus would be higher. At 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Honda Accord (177 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 1964 Ford Taunus. (85 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1964 Ford Taunus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Honda Accord weights approximately 447 kg more than 1964 Ford Taunus. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1964 Ford Taunus 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 1964 Ford Taunus. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 2011 Honda Accord (218 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Ford Taunus. (148 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2011 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Ford Taunus.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Ford Taunus | 2011 Honda Accord | |
| Make | Ford | Honda |
| Model | Taunus | Accord |
| Year Released | 1964 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 177 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 148 Nm | 218 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1497 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1847 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1476 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2799 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 70 L |
