1972 Ford Torino vs. 1989 Honda Accord
To start off, 1989 Honda Accord is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Ford Torino. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Ford Torino would be higher. At 4,096 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 Ford Torino is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Honda Accord (133 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1972 Ford Torino. (95 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1972 Ford Torino. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Ford Torino weights approximately 349 kg more than 1989 Honda Accord.
Because 1972 Ford Torino 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 Torino. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 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 Torino (245 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Honda Accord. (179 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1972 Ford Torino will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Ford Torino | 1989 Honda Accord | |
Make | Ford | Honda |
Model | Torino | Accord |
Year Released | 1972 | 1989 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4096 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 95 HP | 133 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 245 Nm | 179 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93.5 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 99.3 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1609 kg | 1260 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 4690 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2730 mm |