2008 Ford F-150 vs. 1989 Honda Accord
To start off, 2008 Ford F-150 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Honda Accord would be higher. At 4,196 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford F-150 (202 HP @ 4350 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 1989 Honda Accord. (98 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 1989 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Honda Accord weights approximately 27 kg more than 2008 Ford F-150.
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 Ford F-150 (353 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 205 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Honda Accord. (148 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Ford F-150 | 1989 Honda Accord | |
Make | Ford | Honda |
Model | F-150 | Accord |
Year Released | 2008 | 1989 |
Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4196 cc | 1955 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 202 HP | 98 HP |
Engine RPM | 4350 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 353 Nm | 148 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 9.1:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1107 kg | 1134 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5370 mm | 4570 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 60 L |