1998 Ford Cougar vs. 1979 Honda Accord
To start off, 1998 Ford Cougar is newer by 19 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 2,544 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Ford Cougar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Ford Cougar (168 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1979 Honda Accord. (90 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Ford Cougar should accelerate faster than 1979 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Ford Cougar weights approximately 519 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.
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, 1998 Ford Cougar (221 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Honda Accord. (133 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1998 Ford Cougar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Ford Cougar | 1979 Honda Accord | |
| Make | Ford | Honda |
| Model | Cougar | Accord |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1979 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2544 cc | 1750 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 221 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.4 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 94 mm |
| Top Speed | 224 km/hour | 150 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1419 kg | 900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2390 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 50 L |
