1998 Honda Accord vs. 2012 Ford Fiesta
To start off, 2012 Ford Fiesta is newer by 14 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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Honda Accord (201 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 2012 Ford Fiesta. (120 HP @ 6350 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2012 Ford Fiesta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Honda Accord weights approximately 149 kg more than 2012 Ford Fiesta. 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 Honda Accord (196 Nm @ 6600 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Ford Fiesta. (152 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1998 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Ford Fiesta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Honda Accord | 2012 Ford Fiesta | |
| Make | Honda | Ford |
| Model | Accord | Fiesta |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 6350 RPM |
| Torque | 196 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 1151 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4067 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1697 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1473 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2489 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 45 L |
