1991 Ford Taurus vs. 1979 Honda Accord
To start off, 1991 Ford Taurus is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Honda Accord would be higher. At 2,512 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Ford Taurus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Honda Accord (90 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1991 Ford Taurus. (89 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1991 Ford Taurus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Ford Taurus weights approximately 500 kg more than 1979 Honda Accord.
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, 1991 Ford Taurus (176 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Honda Accord. (133 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1991 Ford Taurus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
1991 Ford Taurus | 1979 Honda Accord | |
Make | Ford | Honda |
Model | Taurus | Accord |
Year Released | 1991 | 1979 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2512 cc | 1750 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 90 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 176 Nm | 133 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 900 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4130 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2390 mm |