1989 Honda Accord vs. 2011 Ford C-Max
To start off, 2011 Ford C-Max is newer by 22 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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Ford C-Max is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Honda Accord (120 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2011 Ford C-Max. (113 HP @ 3750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2011 Ford C-Max. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Ford C-Max weights approximately 177 kg more than 1989 Honda Accord.
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, 2011 Ford C-Max (300 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 134 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Honda Accord. (166 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Ford C-Max will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Honda Accord | 2011 Ford C-Max | |
Make | Honda | Ford |
Model | Accord | C-Max |
Year Released | 1989 | 2011 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1955 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 120 HP | 113 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Torque | 166 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1198 kg | 1375 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4380 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1828 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1626 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2648 mm |