1978 Ford Falcon vs. 2013 Honda Accord
To start off, 2013 Honda Accord is newer by 35 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, 2013 Honda Accord (182 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1978 Ford Falcon. (129 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1978 Ford Falcon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Honda Accord weights approximately 100 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, 2013 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 18 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Honda Accord. (245 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 1978 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Ford Falcon | 2013 Honda Accord | |
Make | Ford | Honda |
Model | Falcon | Accord |
Year Released | 1978 | 2013 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3273 cc | 2356 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 129 HP | 182 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 263 Nm | 245 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1480 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4805 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1436 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2725 mm |