1989 Ford Falcon vs. 2009 Honda Accord
To start off, 2009 Honda Accord is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Ford Falcon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 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 1989 Ford Falcon. (120 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1989 Ford Falcon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Ford Falcon weights approximately 291 kg more than 2009 Honda Accord.
Because 1989 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 1989 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 108 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Ford Falcon. (236 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2009 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Ford Falcon. 2009 Honda Accord has automatic transmission and 1989 Ford Falcon has manual transmission. 1989 Ford Falcon will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Honda Accord will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Ford Falcon | 2009 Honda Accord | |
Make | Ford | Honda |
Model | Falcon | Accord |
Year Released | 1989 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3157 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 | 236 Nm | 344 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 1129 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4940 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2810 mm |