1978 Ford Capri vs. 1999 Honda Accord
To start off, 1999 Honda Accord is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Ford Capri. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Ford Capri would be higher. At 2,997 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Honda Accord (200 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 1978 Ford Capri. (108 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1978 Ford Capri. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Ford Capri weights approximately 276 kg more than 1999 Honda Accord.
Because 1978 Ford Capri 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 1978 Ford Capri. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 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, 1999 Honda Accord (265 Nm) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Ford Capri. (176 Nm). This means 1999 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Ford Capri. 1999 Honda Accord has automatic transmission and 1978 Ford Capri has manual transmission. 1978 Ford Capri will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Honda Accord will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Ford Capri | 1999 Honda Accord | |
| Make | Ford | Honda |
| Model | Capri | Accord |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2294 cc | 2997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 265 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 86.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 60.1 mm | 86.1 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1116 kg | 840 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 60 L |
