1972 Ford Custom vs. 1977 Honda Accord
To start off, 1977 Honda Accord is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Ford Custom. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Ford Custom would be higher. At 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Ford Custom is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Ford Custom (140 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1977 Honda Accord. (80 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Ford Custom should accelerate faster than 1977 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Ford Custom weights approximately 879 kg more than 1977 Honda Accord. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1972 Ford Custom 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 1972 Ford Custom. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1977 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, 1972 Ford Custom (325 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 199 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Honda Accord. (126 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1972 Ford Custom will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Ford Custom | 1977 Honda Accord | |
Make | Ford | Honda |
Model | Custom | Accord |
Year Released | 1972 | 1977 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4942 cc | 1599 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 140 HP | 80 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 325 Nm | 126 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3700 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1769 kg | 890 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5550 mm | 4350 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2390 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 61 L |