1995 Honda Accord vs. 2012 Ford F-450
To start off, 2012 Ford F-450 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Honda Accord would be higher. At 6,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Ford F-450 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Ford F-450 (399 HP @ 2800 RPM) has 268 more horse power than 1995 Honda Accord. (131 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ford F-450 should accelerate faster than 1995 Honda Accord.
Because 2012 Ford F-450 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 Honda Accord. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Ford F-450 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, 2012 Ford F-450 (1,085 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 907 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Honda Accord. (178 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2012 Ford F-450 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Honda Accord. 2012 Ford F-450 has automatic transmission and 1995 Honda Accord has manual transmission. 1995 Honda Accord will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Ford F-450 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Honda Accord | 2012 Ford F-450 | |
Make | Honda | Ford |
Model | Accord | F-450 |
Year Released | 1995 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1997 cc | 6700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 131 HP | 399 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Torque | 178 Nm | 1085 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 6680 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 2438 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 2024 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 4379 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 142 L |