2009 Ford Expedition vs. 1984 Honda Accord
To start off, 2009 Ford Expedition is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Honda Accord would be higher. At 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Expedition (310 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 221 more horse power than 1984 Honda Accord. (89 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 1984 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Ford Expedition weights approximately 6 kg more than 1984 Honda Accord. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Ford Expedition 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 2009 Ford Expedition. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1984 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, 2009 Ford Expedition (495 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 366 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Honda Accord. (129 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Ford Expedition | 1984 Honda Accord | |
Make | Ford | Honda |
Model | Expedition | Accord |
Year Released | 2009 | 1984 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5408 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 310 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 495 Nm | 129 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 960 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5630 mm | 4260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1980 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3330 mm | 2460 mm |