1997 Ford F-150 vs. 1979 Honda Accord
To start off, 1997 Ford F-150 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Honda Accord would be higher. At 4,194 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Ford F-150 (202 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 112 more horse power than 1979 Honda Accord. (90 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 1979 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Ford F-150 weights approximately 1110 kg more than 1979 Honda Accord. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1997 Ford F-150 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1979 Honda Accord. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Ford F-150 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, 1997 Ford F-150 (338 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 204 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Honda Accord. (134 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1997 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Ford F-150 | 1979 Honda Accord | |
| Make | Ford | Honda |
| Model | F-150 | Accord |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1979 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4194 cc | 1750 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 202 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 338 Nm | 134 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 2075 kg | 965 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2390 mm |
