1977 Ford Falcon vs. 2012 Honda Accord
To start off, 2012 Honda Accord is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Ford Falcon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Ford Falcon would be higher. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Honda Accord (271 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 142 more horse power than 1977 Ford Falcon. (129 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1977 Ford Falcon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Honda Accord weights approximately 167 kg more than 1977 Ford Falcon. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1977 Ford Falcon 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 Falcon. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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, 2012 Honda Accord (340 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Ford Falcon. (263 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2012 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Ford Falcon.
Compare all specifications:
1977 Ford Falcon | 2012 Honda Accord | |
Make | Ford | Honda |
Model | Falcon | Accord |
Year Released | 1977 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3273 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 129 HP | 271 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 263 Nm | 340 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1547 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4851 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1849 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1433 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2741 mm |