1992 Honda Accord vs. 2012 Ford C-Max
To start off, 2012 Ford C-Max is newer by 20 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 43 more horse power than 2012 Ford C-Max. (105 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2012 Ford C-Max. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Ford C-Max weights approximately 140 kg more than 1992 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 Honda Accord (199 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Ford C-Max. (150 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1992 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Ford C-Max.
Compare all specifications:
1992 Honda Accord | 2012 Ford C-Max | |
Make | Honda | Ford |
Model | Accord | C-Max |
Year Released | 1992 | 2012 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2156 cc | 1596 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 105 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 199 Nm | 150 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 1550 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1828 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1684 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2788 mm |