1990 Ford Falcon vs. 1977 Honda Accord
To start off, 1990 Ford Falcon is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Honda Accord would be higher. At 3,157 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Ford Falcon (120 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1977 Honda Accord. (80 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Ford Falcon should accelerate faster than 1977 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Ford Falcon weights approximately 530 kg more than 1977 Honda Accord. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1990 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 1990 Ford Falcon. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1977 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, 1990 Ford Falcon (235 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Honda Accord. (126 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1990 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Ford Falcon | 1977 Honda Accord | |
Make | Ford | Honda |
Model | Falcon | Accord |
Year Released | 1990 | 1977 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3157 cc | 1599 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 120 HP | 80 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 235 Nm | 126 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 890 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4350 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2390 mm |