1995 Ford Fiesta vs. 2004 Honda Accord
To start off, 2004 Honda Accord is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Ford Fiesta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Ford Fiesta would be higher. At 2,204 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Honda Accord (139 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 1995 Ford Fiesta. (49 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1995 Ford Fiesta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Honda Accord weights approximately 825 kg more than 1995 Ford Fiesta. 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, 2004 Honda Accord (340 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 257 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Ford Fiesta. (83 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2004 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Ford Fiesta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Ford Fiesta | 2004 Honda Accord | |
| Make | Ford | Honda |
| Model | Fiesta | Accord |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1116 cc | 2204 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 139 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 83 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 1645 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3750 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2460 mm |
