1994 Honda Accord vs. 2013 Ford Flex
To start off, 2013 Ford Flex is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Honda Accord would be higher. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Ford Flex is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Ford Flex (281 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 132 more horse power than 1994 Honda Accord. (149 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Ford Flex should accelerate faster than 1994 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Ford Flex weights approximately 701 kg more than 1994 Honda Accord. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Ford Flex is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1994 Honda Accord. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Ford Flex will offer significantly more control. 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, 2013 Ford Flex (346 Nm) has 148 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Honda Accord. (198 Nm). This means 2013 Ford Flex will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Honda Accord | 2013 Ford Flex | |
| Make | Honda | Ford |
| Model | Accord | Flex |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2156 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 149 HP | 281 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 198 Nm | 346 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1405 kg | 2106 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 5125 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 2256 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1726 mm |
