2009 Ford F-250 vs. 1989 Honda Accord
To start off, 2009 Ford F-250 is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Honda Accord would be higher. At 5,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Ford F-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford F-250 (300 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 201 more horse power than 1989 Honda Accord. (99 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford F-250 should accelerate faster than 1989 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Honda Accord weights approximately 165 kg more than 2009 Ford F-250.
Because 2009 Ford F-250 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 F-250. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 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 F-250 (495 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 348 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Honda Accord. (147 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2009 Ford F-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford F-250 | 1989 Honda Accord | |
| Make | Ford | Honda |
| Model | F-250 | Accord |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1989 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5400 cc | 1955 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 495 Nm | 147 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 9.1:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 1131 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5770 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 144 L | 60 L |
