1997 Ford Ranger vs. 1979 Honda Accord
To start off, 1997 Ford Ranger 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 2,507 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Ford Ranger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Ford Ranger (118 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1979 Honda Accord. (90 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Ford Ranger should accelerate faster than 1979 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Ford Ranger weights approximately 430 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 Ranger 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 1997 Ford Ranger. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1979 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, 1997 Ford Ranger (198 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Honda Accord. (134 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1997 Ford Ranger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Ford Ranger | 1979 Honda Accord | |
| Make | Ford | Honda |
| Model | Ranger | Accord |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1979 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2507 cc | 1750 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 198 Nm | 134 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1395 kg | 965 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2390 mm |
