1978 Honda Accord vs. 2013 Ford Explorer
To start off, 2013 Ford Explorer is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Honda Accord would be higher. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Ford Explorer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Ford Explorer (286 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 206 more horse power than 1978 Honda Accord. (80 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Ford Explorer should accelerate faster than 1978 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Ford Explorer weights approximately 1173 kg more than 1978 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, 2013 Ford Explorer (346 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 220 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Honda Accord. (126 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2013 Ford Explorer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Honda Accord | 2013 Ford Explorer | |
Make | Honda | Ford |
Model | Accord | Explorer |
Year Released | 1978 | 2013 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1599 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 80 HP | 286 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 126 Nm | 346 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.4:1 | 10.8: 1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 2067 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 5006 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 2291 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1788 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 70 L |