1995 Ford Explorer vs. 1979 Honda Accord
To start off, 1995 Ford Explorer is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Honda Accord would be higher. At 3,996 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Ford Explorer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Ford Explorer (160 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1979 Honda Accord. (80 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Ford Explorer should accelerate faster than 1979 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Ford Explorer weights approximately 1010 kg more than 1979 Honda Accord. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1995 Ford Explorer (311 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 185 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Honda Accord. (126 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1995 Ford Explorer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Ford Explorer | 1979 Honda Accord | |
| Make | Ford | Honda |
| Model | Explorer | Accord |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1979 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3996 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 80 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 311 Nm | 126 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1900 kg | 890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2390 mm |
