1972 Ford Escort vs. 1987 Honda Accord
To start off, 1987 Honda Accord is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Ford Escort would be higher. At 1,993 cc (4 cylinders), 1972 Ford Escort is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Honda Accord (120 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1972 Ford Escort. (100 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1972 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Honda Accord weights approximately 215 kg more than 1972 Ford Escort. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1972 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 1972 Ford Escort. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 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, 1987 Honda Accord (167 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Ford Escort. (146 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1987 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Ford Escort | 1987 Honda Accord | |
| Make | Ford | Honda |
| Model | Escort | Accord |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1987 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1993 cc | 1955 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90.8 mm | 82.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 91 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 1115 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2610 mm |
