2008 Ford Fiesta vs. 1998 Honda Accord
To start off, 2008 Ford Fiesta is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Honda Accord would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Honda Accord (150 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 2008 Ford Fiesta. (69 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2008 Ford Fiesta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Honda Accord weights approximately 163 kg more than 2008 Ford Fiesta. 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, 1998 Honda Accord (187 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Ford Fiesta. (106 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1998 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Ford Fiesta.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Ford Fiesta | 1998 Honda Accord | |
Make | Ford | Honda |
Model | Fiesta | Accord |
Year Released | 2008 | 1998 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1298 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 69 HP | 150 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 106 Nm | 187 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75.5 mm | 88 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1107 kg | 1270 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3920 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 60 L |