1990 Ford Mustang vs. 1977 Honda Accord
To start off, 1990 Ford Mustang 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 2,301 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Ford Mustang (89 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1977 Honda Accord. (79 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1977 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Ford Mustang weights approximately 320 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 Mustang 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 Mustang. 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 Mustang (176 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Honda Accord. (126 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1990 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Ford Mustang | 1977 Honda Accord | |
| Make | Ford | Honda |
| Model | Mustang | Accord |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1977 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2301 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 126 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2290 mm |
