1992 Honda Accord vs. 2011 Ford C-Max
To start off, 2011 Ford C-Max is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Honda Accord would be higher. At 2,156 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Honda Accord (148 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 2011 Ford C-Max. (95 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2011 Ford C-Max. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Honda Accord weights approximately 35 kg more than 2011 Ford C-Max. 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, 2011 Ford C-Max (230 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Honda Accord. (199 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2011 Ford C-Max will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
1992 Honda Accord | 2011 Ford C-Max | |
Make | Honda | Ford |
Model | Accord | C-Max |
Year Released | 1992 | 2011 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2156 cc | 1560 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 95 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 199 Nm | 230 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 1375 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4380 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1828 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1626 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2648 mm |