1972 Ford Mustang vs. 1995 Honda Accord
To start off, 1995 Honda Accord is newer by 23 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 5,753 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Ford Mustang (267 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 1995 Honda Accord. (148 HP @ 5900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1995 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Ford Mustang weights approximately 536 kg more than 1995 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, 1995 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 (417 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 219 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 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 1995 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Ford Mustang | 1995 Honda Accord | |
Make | Ford | Honda |
Model | Mustang | Accord |
Year Released | 1972 | 1995 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5753 cc | 2156 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 267 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5900 RPM |
Torque | 417 Nm | 198 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 85.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.8 mm | 95 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1654 kg | 1118 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4780 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1430 mm |