2007 Ford Fusion vs. 1979 Honda Accord
To start off, 2007 Ford Fusion is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Honda Accord would be higher. At 1,599 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Honda Accord (80 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2007 Ford Fusion. (67 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2007 Ford Fusion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Ford Fusion weights approximately 247 kg more than 1979 Honda Accord.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2007 Ford Fusion (160 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Honda Accord. (126 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2007 Ford Fusion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Ford Fusion | 1979 Honda Accord | |
| Make | Ford | Honda |
| Model | Fusion | Accord |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1979 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1399 cc | 1599 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 80 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 126 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 8.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1177 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2290 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 50 L |
