2008 Ford Mustang vs. 1996 Honda Accord
To start off, 2008 Ford Mustang is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Honda Accord would be higher. At 4,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford Mustang (210 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1996 Honda Accord. (131 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1996 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Honda Accord weights approximately 190 kg more than 2008 Ford Mustang.
Because 2008 Ford Mustang 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 Mustang. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 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 Mustang (325 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 147 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Honda Accord. (178 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2008 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Ford Mustang | 1996 Honda Accord | |
Make | Ford | Honda |
Model | Mustang | Accord |
Year Released | 2008 | 1996 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4000 cc | 1996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 210 HP | 131 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 325 Nm | 178 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 9.5:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1300 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4680 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 64 L |