1970 Ford Corsair vs. 2005 Honda Accord

To start off, 2005 Honda Accord is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Ford Corsair. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Ford Corsair would be higher. At 2,358 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Honda Accord (160 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 1970 Ford Corsair. (59 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1970 Ford Corsair. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Honda Accord weights approximately 473 kg more than 1970 Ford Corsair. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 1970 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 1970 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 (217 Nm) has 116 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Ford Corsair. (101 Nm). This means 2005 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Ford Corsair.

Compare all specifications:

1970 Ford Corsair 2005 Honda Accord
Make Ford Honda
Model Corsair Accord
Year Released 1970 2005
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1498 cc 2358 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 59 HP 160 HP
Engine RPM 4600 RPM 5800 RPM
Torque 101 Nm 217 Nm
Drive Type Rear Front
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Weight 885 kg 1358 kg
Vehicle Length 4500 mm 4770 mm
Vehicle Width 1620 mm 1820 mm
Vehicle Height 1460 mm 1420 mm
Wheelbase Size 2570 mm 2640 mm


 

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