2003 Ford Mustang vs. 1984 Honda Accord
To start off, 2003 Ford Mustang is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Honda Accord would be higher. At 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Ford Mustang (400 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 311 more horse power than 1984 Honda Accord. (89 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1984 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Ford Mustang weights approximately 518 kg more than 1984 Honda Accord. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 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 2003 Ford Mustang. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1984 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, 2003 Ford Mustang (529 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 400 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Honda Accord. (129 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2003 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Ford Mustang | 1984 Honda Accord | |
Make | Ford | Honda |
Model | Mustang | Accord |
Year Released | 2003 | 1984 |
Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4600 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 400 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 529 Nm | 129 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1478 kg | 960 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2460 mm |