1983 Ford GT vs. 1996 Honda Accord
To start off, 1996 Honda Accord is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Ford GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Ford GT would be higher. At 2,299 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Ford GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Ford GT (130 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1996 Honda Accord. (104 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Ford GT should accelerate faster than 1996 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Honda Accord weights approximately 215 kg more than 1983 Ford GT.
Because 1983 Ford GT 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 1983 Ford GT. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 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, 1996 Honda Accord (210 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Ford GT. (203 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1996 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Ford GT.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Ford GT | 1996 Honda Accord | |
Make | Ford | Honda |
Model | GT | Accord |
Year Released | 1983 | 1996 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2299 cc | 1994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 130 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 203 Nm | 210 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1130 kg | 1345 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4680 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2720 mm |