1982 Honda Accord vs. 2010 Ford F-350
To start off, 2010 Ford F-350 is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Honda Accord would be higher. At 5,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Ford F-350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Ford F-350 (300 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 221 more horse power than 1982 Honda Accord. (79 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Ford F-350 should accelerate faster than 1982 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Ford F-350 weights approximately 6 kg more than 1982 Honda Accord. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Ford F-350 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 2010 Ford F-350. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1982 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, 2010 Ford F-350 (495 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 369 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Honda Accord. (126 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2010 Ford F-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Honda Accord | 2010 Ford F-350 | |
| Make | Honda | Ford |
| Model | Accord | F-350 |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1602 cc | 5400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 126 Nm | 495 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 966 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 5770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1940 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 3490 mm |
