2008 Ford GT vs. 1998 Honda Accord
To start off, 2008 Ford GT 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 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Ford GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford GT (493 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 379 more horse power than 1998 Honda Accord. (114 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford GT should accelerate faster than 1998 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Ford GT weights approximately 245 kg more than 1998 Honda Accord. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Ford GT is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2008 Ford GT. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Honda Accord, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 GT (678 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 520 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Honda Accord. (158 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2008 Ford GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Ford GT | 1998 Honda Accord | |
| Make | Ford | Honda |
| Model | GT | Accord |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5408 cc | 1849 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 493 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 678 Nm | 158 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1275 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2720 mm |
