1977 Honda Accord vs. 2011 Ford Maverick
To start off, 2011 Ford Maverick is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Honda Accord would be higher. At 2,288 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Ford Maverick is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Ford Maverick (148 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 1977 Honda Accord. (80 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ford Maverick should accelerate faster than 1977 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Ford Maverick weights approximately 628 kg more than 1977 Honda Accord. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Ford Maverick is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1977 Honda Accord. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Ford Maverick 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, 2011 Ford Maverick (200 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Honda Accord. (126 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2011 Ford Maverick will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Honda Accord | 2011 Ford Maverick | |
| Make | Honda | Ford |
| Model | Accord | Maverick |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1599 cc | 2288 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 80 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 126 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.4:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1518 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 62 L |
