1977 Ford Maverick vs. 2007 Honda Accord
To start off, 2007 Honda Accord is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Ford Maverick. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Ford Maverick would be higher. At 3,272 cc (6 cylinders), 1977 Ford Maverick is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Honda Accord (167 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 1977 Ford Maverick. (83 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1977 Ford Maverick. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Ford Maverick weights approximately 185 kg more than 2007 Honda Accord.
Because 2007 Honda Accord is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1977 Ford Maverick. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Honda Accord 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, 2007 Honda Accord (217 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Ford Maverick. (205 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2007 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Ford Maverick.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Ford Maverick | 2007 Honda Accord | |
| Make | Ford | Honda |
| Model | Maverick | Accord |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3272 cc | 2354 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 167 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 205 Nm | 217 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 1075 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2750 mm |
