1975 Ford Escort vs. 1994 Honda Today
To start off, 1994 Honda Today is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Ford Escort would be higher. At 1,599 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 Ford Escort is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Ford Escort (62 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1994 Honda Today. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Ford Escort should accelerate faster than 1994 Honda Today. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Ford Escort weights approximately 250 kg more than 1994 Honda Today. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1975 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 1975 Ford Escort. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 Honda Today, 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, 1975 Ford Escort (110 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Honda Today. (57 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1975 Ford Escort will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Honda Today.
Compare all specifications:
1975 Ford Escort | 1994 Honda Today | |
Make | Ford | Honda |
Model | Escort | Today |
Year Released | 1975 | 1994 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1599 cc | 656 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 62 HP | 47 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 110 Nm | 57 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 650 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 3300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1400 mm |