1998 Ford Versailles vs. 2009 Honda Accord
To start off, 2009 Honda Accord is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Ford Versailles. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Ford Versailles would be higher. At 2,352 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda Accord (190 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 1998 Ford Versailles. (92 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1998 Ford Versailles.
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 (220 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Ford Versailles. (144 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Ford Versailles.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Ford Versailles | 2009 Honda Accord | |
| Make | Ford | Honda |
| Model | Versailles | Accord |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 2352 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 92 HP | 190 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 144 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2810 mm |
