1975 AC 428 vs. 1993 Honda Accord
To start off, 1993 Honda Accord is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 AC 428. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 AC 428 would be higher. At 7,003 cc (8 cylinders), 1975 AC 428 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 AC 428 (298 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 184 more horse power than 1993 Honda Accord. (114 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 AC 428 should accelerate faster than 1993 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 AC 428 weights approximately 210 kg more than 1993 Honda Accord. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1975 AC 428 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 1975 AC 428. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 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, 1975 AC 428 (639 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 467 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Honda Accord. (172 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1975 AC 428 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 AC 428 | 1993 Honda Accord | |
| Make | AC | Honda |
| Model | 428 | Accord |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7003 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 298 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 639 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 1220 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1390 mm |
