2003 Ford C-MAX vs. 1989 Honda Accord
To start off, 2003 Ford C-MAX is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Honda Accord would be higher. At 1,955 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Honda Accord (120 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2003 Ford C-MAX. (110 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2003 Ford C-MAX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Ford C-MAX weights approximately 210 kg more than 1989 Honda Accord.
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, 2003 Ford C-MAX (245 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Honda Accord. (166 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2003 Ford C-MAX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Ford C-MAX | 1989 Honda Accord | |
| Make | Ford | Honda |
| Model | C-MAX | Accord |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1989 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1560 cc | 1955 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 166 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 82.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.3 mm | 91 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1326 kg | 1116 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2610 mm |
