1972 Ford Mustang vs. 1979 Honda Accord
To start off, 1979 Honda Accord is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 5,752 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Ford Mustang (330 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 241 more horse power than 1979 Honda Accord. (89 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1979 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Ford Mustang weights approximately 556 kg more than 1979 Honda Accord. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1972 Ford Mustang 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 Mustang. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1979 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 Mustang (502 Nm) has 360 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Honda Accord. (142 Nm). This means 1972 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Ford Mustang | 1979 Honda Accord | |
| Make | Ford | Honda |
| Model | Mustang | Accord |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1979 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5752 cc | 1750 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 330 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 502 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 94 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1486 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2390 mm |
