1976 Ford Capri vs. 2013 Honda Accord
To start off, 2013 Honda Accord is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Ford Capri. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Ford Capri would be higher. At 2,356 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Honda Accord (182 HP) has 128 more horse power than 1976 Ford Capri. (54 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1976 Ford Capri. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Honda Accord weights approximately 472 kg more than 1976 Ford Capri. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1976 Ford Capri 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 1976 Ford Capri. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 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, 2013 Honda Accord (245 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 158 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Ford Capri. (87 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2013 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Ford Capri.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Ford Capri | 2013 Honda Accord | |
| Make | Ford | Honda |
| Model | Capri | Accord |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1294 cc | 2356 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 54 HP | 182 HP |
| Torque | 87 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.1 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 99 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 11.0 : 1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1010 kg | 1482 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4805 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1436 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2725 mm |
