1989 Honda Accord vs. 1993 Ford Aspire
To start off, 1993 Ford Aspire is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Honda Accord would be higher. At 1,955 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Honda Accord (99 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1993 Ford Aspire. (63 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1993 Ford Aspire. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Honda Accord weights approximately 201 kg more than 1993 Ford Aspire. 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, 1989 Honda Accord (147 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Ford Aspire. (100 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1989 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Ford Aspire.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Honda Accord | 1993 Ford Aspire | |
| Make | Honda | Ford |
| Model | Accord | Aspire |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1955 cc | 1297 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 99 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 147 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.7 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1131 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2310 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 37 L |
