1996 Ford Contour vs. 1978 Honda Accord
To start off, 1996 Ford Contour is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Honda Accord would be higher. At 1,989 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Ford Contour is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Ford Contour (129 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1978 Honda Accord. (79 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Ford Contour should accelerate faster than 1978 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Ford Contour weights approximately 352 kg more than 1978 Honda Accord. 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, 1996 Ford Contour (180 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Honda Accord. (126 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1996 Ford Contour will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Ford Contour | 1978 Honda Accord | |
Make | Ford | Honda |
Model | Contour | Accord |
Year Released | 1996 | 1978 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1989 cc | 1601 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 129 HP | 79 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 180 Nm | 126 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84.8 mm | 77 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 86 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1242 kg | 890 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4350 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2390 mm |