1972 Ford Mustang vs. 1991 Honda Accord
To start off, 1991 Honda Accord is newer by 19 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 4,941 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Honda Accord (148 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1972 Ford Mustang. (141 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1972 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Ford Mustang weights approximately 41 kg more than 1991 Honda Accord.
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, 1991 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 (328 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Honda Accord. (198 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1972 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Ford Mustang | 1991 Honda Accord | |
Make | Ford | Honda |
Model | Mustang | Accord |
Year Released | 1972 | 1991 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4941 cc | 2154 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 141 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5900 RPM |
Torque | 328 Nm | 198 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1451 kg | 1410 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4750 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2730 mm |