1999 Ford Mustang vs. 2012 Honda Accord
To start off, 2012 Honda Accord is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 3,801 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Ford Mustang (187 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2012 Honda Accord. (177 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 2012 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Honda Accord weights approximately 87 kg more than 1999 Ford Mustang.
Because 1999 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 1999 Ford Mustang. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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, 1999 Ford Mustang (298 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Honda Accord. (218 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1999 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Honda Accord. 2012 Honda Accord has automatic transmission and 1999 Ford Mustang has manual transmission. 1999 Ford Mustang will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Honda Accord will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Ford Mustang | 2012 Honda Accord | |
| Make | Ford | Honda |
| Model | Mustang | Accord |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3801 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 177 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 218 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 1497 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1847 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1476 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2799 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 70 L |
