1977 Ford Capri vs. 2004 Honda Accord
To start off, 2004 Honda Accord is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Ford Capri. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Ford Capri would be higher. At 2,352 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Honda Accord (187 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 134 more horse power than 1977 Ford Capri. (53 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1977 Ford Capri. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Honda Accord weights approximately 446 kg more than 1977 Ford Capri. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1977 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 1977 Ford Capri. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 2004 Honda Accord (223 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 136 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Ford Capri. (87 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2004 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Ford Capri.
Compare all specifications:
1977 Ford Capri | 2004 Honda Accord | |
Make | Ford | Honda |
Model | Capri | Accord |
Year Released | 1977 | 2004 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1294 cc | 2352 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 53 HP | 187 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 87 Nm | 223 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1010 kg | 1456 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2630 mm |