1984 Ferrari 208 vs. 1995 Honda Accord
To start off, 1995 Honda Accord is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Ferrari 208. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Ferrari 208 would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Ferrari 208 (217 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 1995 Honda Accord. (134 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Ferrari 208 should accelerate faster than 1995 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Honda Accord weights approximately 80 kg more than 1984 Ferrari 208.
Because 1984 Ferrari 208 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 1984 Ferrari 208. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 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, 1984 Ferrari 208 (240 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Honda Accord. (184 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1984 Ferrari 208 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
1984 Ferrari 208 | 1995 Honda Accord | |
Make | Ferrari | Honda |
Model | 208 | Accord |
Year Released | 1984 | 1995 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 1990 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 217 HP | 134 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 240 Nm | 184 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 66.8 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 88 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1285 kg | 1365 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4680 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1400 mm |