1996 Ford Royale vs. 2009 Honda Accord
To start off, 2009 Honda Accord is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Ford Royale. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Ford Royale would be higher. At 2,354 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda Accord (190 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 1996 Ford Royale. (109 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1996 Ford Royale.
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, 2009 Honda Accord (221 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Ford Royale. (173 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Ford Royale. 2009 Honda Accord has automatic transmission and 1996 Ford Royale has manual transmission. 1996 Ford Royale will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Honda Accord will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Ford Royale | 2009 Honda Accord | |
| Make | Ford | Honda |
| Model | Royale | Accord |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1984 cc | 2354 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 190 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 173 Nm | 221 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 4940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2810 mm |
