1983 Ford GT vs. 2006 Honda Accord
To start off, 2006 Honda Accord is newer by 23 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 2,360 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Honda Accord (166 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1983 Ford GT. (130 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1983 Ford GT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Honda Accord weights approximately 860 kg more than 1983 Ford GT. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Honda Accord is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1983 Ford GT. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Honda Accord will offer significantly more control. 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, 2006 Honda Accord (217 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Ford GT. (203 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 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 | 2006 Honda Accord | |
| Make | Ford | Honda |
| Model | GT | Accord |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2299 cc | 2360 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 130 HP | 166 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 217 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1130 kg | 1990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2680 mm |
