1975 Ford Torino vs. 2009 Honda Accord
To start off, 2009 Honda Accord is newer by 34 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, 2009 Honda Accord (198 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 1975 Ford Torino. (95 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 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 90 kg more than 2009 Honda Accord.
Because 1975 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 1975 Ford Torino. 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, 1975 Ford Torino (250 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Honda Accord. (234 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1975 Ford Torino will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
1975 Ford Torino | 2009 Honda Accord | |
Make | Ford | Honda |
Model | Torino | Accord |
Year Released | 1975 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4092 cc | 2354 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 95 HP | 198 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 250 Nm | 234 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93.5 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 99.3 mm | 99 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1650 kg | 1560 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5470 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 87 L | 65 L |