1992 Ford Corsair vs. 1987 Honda Accord

To start off, 1992 Ford Corsair is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Honda Accord would be higher. At 1,974 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Ford Corsair is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Honda Accord (120 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1992 Ford Corsair. (111 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1992 Ford Corsair. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Ford Corsair weights approximately 15 kg more than 1987 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, 1992 Ford Corsair (168 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Honda Accord. (167 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1992 Ford Corsair will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Honda Accord.

Compare all specifications:

1992 Ford Corsair 1987 Honda Accord
Make Ford Honda
Model Corsair Accord
Year Released 1992 1987
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1974 cc 1955 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 111 HP 120 HP
Engine RPM 5200 RPM 5500 RPM
Torque 168 Nm 167 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 5000 RPM
Engine Bore Size 86 mm 82.7 mm
Engine Stroke Size 86 mm 91 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Weight 1130 kg 1115 kg
Vehicle Length 4530 mm 4350 mm
Vehicle Width 1700 mm 1710 mm
Vehicle Height 1380 mm 1370 mm
Wheelbase Size 2560 mm 2610 mm


 

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