1978 Ford Falcon vs. 2010 Honda Accord
To start off, 2010 Honda Accord is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Ford Falcon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Ford Falcon would be higher. At 3,273 cc (6 cylinders), 1978 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Honda Accord (190 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1978 Ford Falcon. (129 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1978 Ford Falcon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Honda Accord weights approximately 64 kg more than 1978 Ford Falcon. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1978 Ford Falcon 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 Falcon. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 1978 Ford Falcon (263 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Honda Accord. (219 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1978 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Ford Falcon | 2010 Honda Accord | |
Make | Ford | Honda |
Model | Falcon | Accord |
Year Released | 1978 | 2010 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3273 cc | 2400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 129 HP | 190 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 263 Nm | 219 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1444 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4851 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1849 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1433 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2741 mm |