1990 Ford Falcon vs. 2008 Honda Accord
To start off, 2008 Honda Accord is newer by 18 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, 2008 Honda Accord (190 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1990 Ford Falcon. (120 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 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 240 kg more than 2008 Honda Accord.
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, 2008 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 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Honda Accord. (220 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1990 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Honda Accord. 2008 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. 2008 Honda Accord will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Ford Falcon | 2008 Honda Accord | |
Make | Ford | Honda |
Model | Falcon | Accord |
Year Released | 1990 | 2008 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3157 cc | 2354 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 120 HP | 190 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 235 Nm | 220 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 1180 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4860 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2750 mm |