2004 Ford F-150 vs. 1978 Honda Accord
To start off, 2004 Ford F-150 is newer by 26 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 5,407 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford F-150 (380 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 301 more horse power than 1978 Honda Accord. (79 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 1978 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford F-150 weights approximately 393 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Ford F-150 (610 Nm) has 484 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Honda Accord. (126 Nm). This means 2004 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford F-150 | 1978 Honda Accord | |
| Make | Ford | Honda |
| Model | F-150 | Accord |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1978 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5407 cc | 1602 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 380 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 610 Nm | 126 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 77.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.4:1 | 8.4:1 |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1323 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5290 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2290 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 50 L |
