2000 Ford Focus vs. 1978 Honda Accord
To start off, 2000 Ford Focus is newer by 22 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 1,989 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Ford Focus (108 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1978 Honda Accord. (80 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 1978 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Ford Focus weights approximately 264 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, 2000 Ford Focus (169 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Honda Accord. (126 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2000 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Honda Accord. 1978 Honda Accord has automatic transmission and 2000 Ford Focus has manual transmission. 2000 Ford Focus will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1978 Honda Accord will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Ford Focus | 1978 Honda Accord | |
| Make | Ford | Honda |
| Model | Focus | Accord |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1978 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1989 cc | 1602 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 80 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 169 Nm | 126 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 936 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2390 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 50 L |
