2004 Ford E-150 vs. 1977 Honda Accord
To start off, 2004 Ford E-150 is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Honda Accord would be higher. At 4,605 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Ford E-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford E-150 (225 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 145 more horse power than 1977 Honda Accord. (80 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford E-150 should accelerate faster than 1977 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford E-150 weights approximately 1237 kg more than 1977 Honda Accord. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Ford E-150 (388 Nm) has 262 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Honda Accord. (126 Nm). This means 2004 Ford E-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford E-150 | 1977 Honda Accord | |
| Make | Ford | Honda |
| Model | E-150 | Accord |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1977 |
| Body Type | Van | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4605 cc | 1599 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 225 HP | 80 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 388 Nm | 126 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 8.4:1 |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2127 kg | 890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2060 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3510 mm | 2390 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 61 L |
