1998 Honda Accord vs. 2010 Ford Mustang
To start off, 2010 Ford Mustang 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 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Ford Mustang (315 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 118 more horse power than 1998 Honda Accord. (197 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1998 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Ford Mustang weights approximately 138 kg more than 1998 Honda Accord. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Ford Mustang 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 Mustang. 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 Mustang (440 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 175 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Honda Accord. (265 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2010 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Honda Accord. 1998 Honda Accord has automatic transmission and 2010 Ford Mustang has manual transmission. 2010 Ford Mustang will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1998 Honda Accord will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Honda Accord | 2010 Ford Mustang | |
| Make | Honda | Ford |
| Model | Accord | Mustang |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2995 cc | 4600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 315 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 265 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1465 kg | 1603 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4778 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1877 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1425 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 61 L |
