2008 Fiat Ducato vs. 1985 Honda Accord
To start off, 2008 Fiat Ducato is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Honda Accord would be higher. At 2,800 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Fiat Ducato is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Fiat Ducato (125 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1985 Honda Accord. (122 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Fiat Ducato should accelerate faster than 1985 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Fiat Ducato weights approximately 870 kg more than 1985 Honda Accord. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2008 Fiat Ducato (300 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Honda Accord. (165 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2008 Fiat Ducato will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Fiat Ducato | 1985 Honda Accord | |
Make | Fiat | Honda |
Model | Ducato | Accord |
Year Released | 2008 | 1985 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2800 cc | 1958 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 125 HP | 122 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 300 Nm | 165 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 14 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2020 kg | 1150 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5610 mm | 4340 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2480 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3710 mm | 2610 mm |