1989 Ford Meteor vs. 2012 Honda Accord
To start off, 2012 Honda Accord is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Ford Meteor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Ford Meteor would be higher. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Honda Accord (271 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 200 more horse power than 1989 Ford Meteor. (71 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1989 Ford Meteor.
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, 2012 Honda Accord (340 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 219 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Ford Meteor. (121 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Ford Meteor.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Ford Meteor | 2012 Honda Accord | |
Make | Ford | Honda |
Model | Meteor | Accord |
Year Released | 1989 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1597 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 71 HP | 271 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 121 Nm | 340 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4851 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1849 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1433 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2741 mm |