2007 Ford E-250 vs. 1981 Honda Accord
To start off, 2007 Ford E-250 is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Honda Accord would be higher. At 4,604 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Ford E-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ford E-250 (225 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 145 more horse power than 1981 Honda Accord. (80 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford E-250 should accelerate faster than 1981 Honda Accord.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Ford E-250 (388 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 261 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Honda Accord. (127 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Ford E-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Honda Accord. 2007 Ford E-250 has automatic transmission and 1981 Honda Accord has manual transmission. 1981 Honda Accord will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Ford E-250 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Ford E-250 | 1981 Honda Accord | |
Make | Ford | Honda |
Model | E-250 | Accord |
Year Released | 2007 | 1981 |
Body Type | Van | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4604 cc | 1602 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 225 HP | 80 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 388 Nm | 127 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 77 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 86 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5900 mm | 4350 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2140 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3510 mm | 2390 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 50 L |