1988 Ford Falcon vs. 2006 Honda Accord
To start off, 2006 Honda Accord is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Ford Falcon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Ford Falcon would be higher. At 3,949 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Honda Accord (238 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 1988 Ford Falcon. (161 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1988 Ford Falcon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Ford Falcon weights approximately 355 kg more than 2006 Honda Accord.
Because 1988 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 1988 Ford Falcon. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 1988 Ford Falcon (311 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Honda Accord. (287 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1988 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Honda Accord. 2006 Honda Accord has automatic transmission and 1988 Ford Falcon has manual transmission. 1988 Ford Falcon will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Honda Accord will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Ford Falcon | 2006 Honda Accord | |
Make | Ford | Honda |
Model | Falcon | Accord |
Year Released | 1988 | 2006 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3949 cc | 2997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 161 HP | 238 HP |
Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 311 Nm | 287 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 1075 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2620 mm |