2006 Honda Accord vs. 1984 Ford Capri
To start off, 2006 Honda Accord is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Ford Capri. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Ford Capri would be higher. At 2,352 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Honda Accord (187 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 1984 Ford Capri. (72 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1984 Ford Capri. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Honda Accord weights approximately 568 kg more than 1984 Ford Capri. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1984 Ford Capri 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 1984 Ford Capri. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2006 Honda Accord (223 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Ford Capri. (117 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2006 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Ford Capri.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Honda Accord | 1984 Ford Capri | |
| Make | Honda | Ford |
| Model | Accord | Capri |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1984 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2352 cc | 1593 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 72 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 223 Nm | 117 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 87.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99 mm | 66 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1578 kg | 1010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 58 L |
