1987 Ford Falcon vs. 2009 Honda Accord
To start off, 2009 Honda Accord is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Ford Falcon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Ford Falcon would be higher. At 3,469 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda Accord (271 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 151 more horse power than 1987 Ford Falcon. (120 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1987 Ford Falcon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Ford Falcon weights approximately 241 kg more than 2009 Honda Accord.
Because 1987 Ford Falcon 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 1987 Ford Falcon. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2009 Honda Accord (344 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Ford Falcon. (240 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2009 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Ford Falcon.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Ford Falcon | 2009 Honda Accord | |
Make | Ford | Honda |
Model | Falcon | Accord |
Year Released | 1987 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3273 cc | 3469 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 120 HP | 271 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 240 Nm | 344 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1129 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4940 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2810 mm |