2005 Ford E-150 vs. 1987 Honda Accord
To start off, 2005 Ford E-150 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Honda Accord would be higher. At 4,605 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Ford E-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford E-150 (225 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 1987 Honda Accord. (120 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford E-150 should accelerate faster than 1987 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford E-150 weights approximately 1268 kg more than 1987 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, 2005 Ford E-150 (373 Nm) has 206 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Honda Accord. (167 Nm). This means 2005 Ford E-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford E-150 | 1987 Honda Accord | |
| Make | Ford | Honda |
| Model | E-150 | Accord |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1987 |
| Body Type | Van | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4605 cc | 1955 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 225 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 373 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 82.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 91 mm |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2383 kg | 1115 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2060 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3510 mm | 2610 mm |
