1977 Ford Fiesta vs. 1994 Honda Accord
To start off, 1994 Honda Accord is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Ford Fiesta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Ford Fiesta would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Honda Accord (114 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1977 Ford Fiesta. (40 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1977 Ford Fiesta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Honda Accord weights approximately 505 kg more than 1977 Ford Fiesta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1994 Honda Accord (173 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Ford Fiesta. (64 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1994 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Ford Fiesta.
Compare all specifications:
1977 Ford Fiesta | 1994 Honda Accord | |
Make | Ford | Honda |
Model | Fiesta | Accord |
Year Released | 1977 | 1994 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 957 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 40 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 64 Nm | 173 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 55.7 mm | 88 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 715 kg | 1220 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3570 mm | 4680 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1390 mm |