1975 Ford Escort vs. 1999 Honda Odyssey
To start off, 1999 Honda Odyssey is newer by 24 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 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Honda Odyssey is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Honda Odyssey (238 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 195 more horse power than 1975 Ford Escort. (43 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Honda Odyssey should accelerate faster than 1975 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Honda Odyssey weights approximately 1046 kg more than 1975 Ford Escort. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Honda Odyssey is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1975 Ford Escort. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Honda Odyssey 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, 1999 Honda Odyssey (328 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 258 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Ford Escort. (70 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1999 Honda Odyssey will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Ford Escort. 1999 Honda Odyssey has automatic transmission and 1975 Ford Escort has manual transmission. 1975 Ford Escort will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Honda Odyssey will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1975 Ford Escort | 1999 Honda Odyssey | |
Make | Ford | Honda |
Model | Escort | Odyssey |
Year Released | 1975 | 1999 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1096 cc | 3471 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 43 HP | 238 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 70 Nm | 328 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 1956 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4780 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1640 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 3010 mm |