1972 Ford Custom vs. 2004 Honda Accord
To start off, 2004 Honda Accord is newer by 32 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, 2004 Honda Accord (187 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1972 Ford Custom. (140 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1972 Ford Custom. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Ford Custom weights approximately 313 kg more than 2004 Honda Accord.
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, 2004 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 102 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Honda Accord. (223 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1972 Ford Custom will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Ford Custom | 2004 Honda Accord | |
Make | Ford | Honda |
Model | Custom | Accord |
Year Released | 1972 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4942 cc | 2352 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 140 HP | 187 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 325 Nm | 223 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 99 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1769 kg | 1456 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5550 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 65 L |