2006 Ford Maverick vs. 1990 Honda Accord
To start off, 2006 Ford Maverick is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Honda Accord would be higher. At 2,967 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Ford Maverick is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Maverick (194 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1990 Honda Accord. (148 HP @ 5900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Maverick should accelerate faster than 1990 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Maverick weights approximately 195 kg more than 1990 Honda Accord. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Ford Maverick is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Honda Accord. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Ford Maverick will offer significantly more control. 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, 2006 Ford Maverick (265 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Honda Accord. (198 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Maverick will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Honda Accord. 2006 Ford Maverick has automatic transmission and 1990 Honda Accord has manual transmission. 1990 Honda Accord will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Ford Maverick will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford Maverick | 1990 Honda Accord | |
| Make | Ford | Honda |
| Model | Maverick | Accord |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2967 cc | 2156 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 194 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 265 Nm | 198 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1605 kg | 1410 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2730 mm |
