1981 Ford Fiesta vs. 2004 Honda Accord
To start off, 2004 Honda Accord is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Ford Fiesta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Ford Fiesta would be higher. At 2,358 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Honda Accord (160 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 1981 Ford Fiesta. (83 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1981 Ford Fiesta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Honda Accord weights approximately 585 kg more than 1981 Ford Fiesta. 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, 2004 Honda Accord (218 Nm) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Ford Fiesta. (126 Nm). This means 2004 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Ford Fiesta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Ford Fiesta | 2004 Honda Accord | |
| Make | Ford | Honda |
| Model | Fiesta | Accord |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 2358 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 126 Nm | 218 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77.6 mm | 99 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 1385 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3570 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 65 L |
