1996 Ford Indigo vs. 2002 Honda Accord
To start off, 2002 Honda Accord is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Ford Indigo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Ford Indigo would be higher. At 5,935 cc (12 cylinders), 1996 Ford Indigo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Ford Indigo (430 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 270 more horse power than 2002 Honda Accord. (160 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Ford Indigo should accelerate faster than 2002 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Honda Accord weights approximately 240 kg more than 1996 Ford Indigo.
Because 1996 Ford Indigo is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1996 Ford Indigo. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Honda Accord, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Indigo (549 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 331 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Honda Accord. (218 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1996 Ford Indigo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Ford Indigo | 2002 Honda Accord | |
Make | Ford | Honda |
Model | Indigo | Accord |
Year Released | 1996 | 2002 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 5935 cc | 2354 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 430 HP | 160 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 549 Nm | 218 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 88.9 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 99 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.7:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1410 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2090 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1010 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2690 mm |