1976 Honda Accord vs. 1997 Ford F-150
To start off, 1997 Ford F-150 is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Honda Accord would be higher. At 4,194 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Ford F-150 (202 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 122 more horse power than 1976 Honda Accord. (80 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 1976 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Ford F-150 weights approximately 1185 kg more than 1976 Honda Accord. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1997 Ford F-150 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1976 Honda Accord. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Ford F-150 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, 1997 Ford F-150 (338 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 212 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Honda Accord. (126 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1997 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
1976 Honda Accord | 1997 Ford F-150 | |
Make | Honda | Ford |
Model | Accord | F-150 |
Year Released | 1976 | 1997 |
Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1599 cc | 4194 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 80 HP | 202 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Torque | 126 Nm | 338 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 2075 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 5230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 2000 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1850 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 3050 mm |