1973 Ford Escort vs. 2003 Honda Avancier
To start off, 2003 Honda Avancier is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Ford Escort would be higher. At 2,254 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Honda Avancier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Honda Avancier (148 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1973 Ford Escort. (96 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Honda Avancier should accelerate faster than 1973 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Honda Avancier weights approximately 706 kg more than 1973 Ford Escort. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Honda Avancier is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1973 Ford Escort. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Honda Avancier will offer significantly more control. 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, 2003 Honda Avancier (205 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Ford Escort. (148 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2003 Honda Avancier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Ford Escort. 2003 Honda Avancier has automatic transmission and 1973 Ford Escort has manual transmission. 1973 Ford Escort will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Honda Avancier will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Ford Escort | 2003 Honda Avancier | |
| Make | Ford | Honda |
| Model | Escort | Avancier |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1993 cc | 2254 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 96 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 148 Nm | 205 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90.8 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 97 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 914 kg | 1620 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 61 L |
