1992 Ford Taurus vs. 2008 Honda Accord
To start off, 2008 Honda Accord is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Ford Taurus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Ford Taurus would be higher. At 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Honda Accord (269 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1992 Ford Taurus. (220 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1992 Ford Taurus.
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, 2008 Honda Accord (336 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Ford Taurus. (271 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2008 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Ford Taurus.
Compare all specifications:
1992 Ford Taurus | 2008 Honda Accord | |
Make | Ford | Honda |
Model | Taurus | Accord |
Year Released | 1992 | 2008 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2986 cc | 3471 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 220 HP | 269 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 271 Nm | 336 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4860 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2750 mm |