1977 Honda Accord vs. 2012 Ford Transit Connect
To start off, 2012 Ford Transit Connect is newer by 35 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 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Ford Transit Connect is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Ford Transit Connect (136 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1977 Honda Accord. (80 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ford Transit Connect should accelerate faster than 1977 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Ford Transit Connect weights approximately 684 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.
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, 2012 Ford Transit Connect (173 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Honda Accord. (126 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2012 Ford Transit Connect will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Honda Accord | 2012 Ford Transit Connect | |
| Make | Honda | Ford |
| Model | Accord | Transit Connect |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Panel Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1599 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 80 HP | 136 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 126 Nm | 173 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1574 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4587 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1796 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 2014 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2911 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 58 L |
