1988 Ford Fiesta vs. 1978 Honda Accord
To start off, 1988 Ford Fiesta is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Honda Accord would be higher. At 1,748 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Honda Accord (90 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1988 Ford Fiesta. (44 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1988 Ford Fiesta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Honda Accord weights approximately 162 kg more than 1988 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, 1978 Honda Accord (133 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Ford Fiesta. (68 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1978 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Ford Fiesta.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Ford Fiesta | 1978 Honda Accord | |
Make | Ford | Honda |
Model | Fiesta | Accord |
Year Released | 1988 | 1978 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 957 cc | 1748 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 44 HP | 90 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 68 Nm | 133 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 768 kg | 930 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3650 mm | 4350 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2390 mm |