1990 Ford Taurus vs. 1978 Honda Accord
To start off, 1990 Ford Taurus is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Honda Accord would be higher. At 2,513 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Ford Taurus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Ford Taurus (89 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1978 Honda Accord. (80 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Ford Taurus should accelerate faster than 1978 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Ford Taurus weights approximately 468 kg more than 1978 Honda Accord. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1990 Ford Taurus (176 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Honda Accord. (126 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1990 Ford Taurus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Ford Taurus | 1978 Honda Accord | |
| Make | Ford | Honda |
| Model | Taurus | Accord |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1978 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2513 cc | 1602 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 80 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 126 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1404 kg | 936 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2390 mm |
