1990 Ford Falcon vs. 2006 Honda Accord
To start off, 2006 Honda Accord is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Ford Falcon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Ford Falcon would be higher. At 3,157 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Honda Accord (166 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1990 Ford Falcon. (120 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1990 Ford Falcon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Ford Falcon weights approximately 580 kg more than 2006 Honda Accord.
Because 2006 Honda Accord is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Ford Falcon. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Honda Accord will offer significantly more control. 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 18 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Honda Accord. (217 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1990 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Honda Accord. 2006 Honda Accord has automatic transmission and 1990 Ford Falcon has manual transmission. 1990 Ford Falcon will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Honda Accord will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Ford Falcon | 2006 Honda Accord | |
| Make | Ford | Honda |
| Model | Falcon | Accord |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3157 cc | 2360 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 166 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 235 Nm | 217 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 840 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2680 mm |
