1969 Ford Corsair vs. 2005 Honda Accord
To start off, 2005 Honda Accord is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Ford Corsair. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Ford Corsair would be higher. At 2,204 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Honda Accord (138 HP) has 79 more horse power than 1969 Ford Corsair. (59 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1969 Ford Corsair. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Honda Accord weights approximately 760 kg more than 1969 Ford Corsair. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1969 Ford Corsair 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 1969 Ford Corsair. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 Honda Accord (347 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 246 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Ford Corsair. (101 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2005 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Ford Corsair. 2005 Honda Accord has automatic transmission and 1969 Ford Corsair has manual transmission. 1969 Ford Corsair will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Honda Accord will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Ford Corsair | 2005 Honda Accord | |
| Make | Ford | Honda |
| Model | Corsair | Accord |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1498 cc | 2204 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 138 HP |
| Torque | 101 Nm | 347 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 16.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 885 kg | 1645 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 125 L | 65 L |
