1998 Honda Accord vs. 2010 Ford F-350
To start off, 2010 Ford F-350 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Honda Accord would be higher. At 5,398 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Ford F-350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Ford F-350 (300 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 1998 Honda Accord. (201 HP @ 7200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Ford F-350 should accelerate faster than 1998 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Honda Accord weights approximately 334 kg more than 2010 Ford F-350.
Because 2010 Ford F-350 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 2010 Ford F-350. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 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, 2010 Ford F-350 (495 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 299 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Honda Accord. (196 Nm @ 6600 RPM). This means 2010 Ford F-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Honda Accord | 2010 Ford F-350 | |
| Make | Honda | Ford |
| Model | Accord | F-350 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 5398 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 196 Nm | 495 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6600 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 966 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 5890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 3610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 115 L |
