1987 Ford Fiesta vs. 1996 Honda Accord
To start off, 1996 Honda Accord is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Ford Fiesta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Ford Fiesta would be higher. At 1,850 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Honda Accord (114 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1987 Ford Fiesta. (44 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1987 Ford Fiesta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Honda Accord weights approximately 510 kg more than 1987 Ford Fiesta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 (158 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Ford Fiesta. (68 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1996 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Ford Fiesta.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Ford Fiesta | 1996 Honda Accord | |
Make | Ford | Honda |
Model | Fiesta | Accord |
Year Released | 1987 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 957 cc | 1850 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 44 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 68 Nm | 158 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 765 kg | 1275 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3650 mm | 4680 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2720 mm |