1970 Ford Escort vs. 1970 Honda Z
To start off, both 1970 Ford Escort and 1970 Honda Z were released in the same year (1970). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,098 cc (4 cylinders), 1970 Ford Escort is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Ford Escort (38 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1970 Honda Z. (24 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Ford Escort should accelerate faster than 1970 Honda Z. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Ford Escort weights approximately 289 kg more than 1970 Honda Z. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1970 Ford Escort 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 1970 Ford Escort. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1970 Honda Z, 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, 1970 Ford Escort (68 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Honda Z. (30 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1970 Ford Escort will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Honda Z.
Compare all specifications:
1970 Ford Escort | 1970 Honda Z | |
Make | Ford | Honda |
Model | Escort | Z |
Year Released | 1970 | 1970 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1098 cc | 356 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 38 HP | 24 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 68 Nm | 30 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 805 kg | 516 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 3000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1300 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2010 mm |