2008 Ford F-350 vs. 1978 Honda Accord
To start off, 2008 Ford F-350 is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Honda Accord would be higher. At 5,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Ford F-350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford F-350 (300 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 220 more horse power than 1978 Honda Accord. (80 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford F-350 should accelerate faster than 1978 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Ford F-350 weights approximately 216 kg more than 1978 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 Ford F-350 (495 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 369 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Honda Accord. (126 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2008 Ford F-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Ford F-350 | 1978 Honda Accord | |
| Make | Ford | Honda |
| Model | F-350 | Accord |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1978 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5400 cc | 1599 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 80 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 495 Nm | 126 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 8.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 894 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5890 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3610 mm | 2390 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 115 L | 61 L |
