1996 Ford Mustang vs. 1985 Honda Accord
To start off, 1996 Ford Mustang is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Honda Accord would be higher. At 4,655 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Ford Mustang (215 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 1985 Honda Accord. (120 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1985 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Ford Mustang weights approximately 419 kg more than 1985 Honda Accord. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1996 Ford Mustang 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 Mustang. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 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 Mustang (386 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 220 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Honda Accord. (166 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1996 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Ford Mustang | 1985 Honda Accord | |
Make | Ford | Honda |
Model | Mustang | Accord |
Year Released | 1996 | 1985 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4655 cc | 1958 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 215 HP | 120 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 386 Nm | 166 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90.3 mm | 81.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 89.9 mm | 95 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1547 kg | 1128 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2610 mm |