1999 Ford Cougar vs. 1977 Honda Accord
To start off, 1999 Ford Cougar is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Honda Accord would be higher. At 1,988 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Ford Cougar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Ford Cougar (130 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1977 Honda Accord. (79 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Ford Cougar should accelerate faster than 1977 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Ford Cougar weights approximately 400 kg more than 1977 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, 1999 Ford Cougar (176 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Honda Accord. (126 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1999 Ford Cougar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Ford Cougar | 1977 Honda Accord | |
| Make | Ford | Honda |
| Model | Cougar | Accord |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1977 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1988 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 130 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 126 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.8 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87.9 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2290 mm |
