1999 Ford O21 C vs. 1978 Honda Accord
To start off, 1999 Ford O21 C is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Honda Accord would be higher. At 1,750 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Ford O21 C (128 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1978 Honda Accord. (90 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Ford O21 C should accelerate faster than 1978 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Ford O21 C weights approximately 398 kg more than 1978 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 O21 C (178 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Honda Accord. (135 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1999 Ford O21 C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Ford O21 C | 1978 Honda Accord | |
| Make | Ford | Honda |
| Model | O21 C | Accord |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 1750 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 128 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 178 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.4 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1298 kg | 900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3610 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2390 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 61 L |
