1972 Ford Mustang vs. 2009 Honda Accord
To start off, 2009 Honda Accord is newer by 37 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, 2009 Honda Accord (199 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1972 Ford Mustang. (178 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 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 66 kg more than 2009 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, 2009 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 (385 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 151 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Honda Accord. (234 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1972 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Ford Mustang | 2009 Honda Accord | |
Make | Ford | Honda |
Model | Mustang | Accord |
Year Released | 1972 | 2009 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5753 cc | 2354 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 178 HP | 199 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 385 Nm | 234 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.8 mm | 99 mm |
Top Speed | 185 km/hour | 227 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1527 kg | 1461 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 87 L | 65 L |