1975 Ford Torino vs. 2006 Honda Accord
To start off, 2006 Honda Accord is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Ford Torino. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Ford Torino would be higher. At 4,092 cc (6 cylinders), 1975 Ford Torino is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Honda Accord (166 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1975 Ford Torino. (95 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1975 Ford Torino. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Ford Torino weights approximately 126 kg more than 2006 Honda Accord.
Because 2006 Honda Accord is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1975 Ford Torino. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Honda Accord will offer significantly more control. 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 Ford Torino (250 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Honda Accord. (217 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1975 Ford Torino will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Ford Torino | 2006 Honda Accord | |
| Make | Ford | Honda |
| Model | Torino | Accord |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4092 cc | 2360 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 95 HP | 166 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 217 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93.5 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99.3 mm | 99 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1650 kg | 1524 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5470 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 87 L | 65 L |
