1975 Ford Escort vs. 2001 Honda Accord
To start off, 2001 Honda Accord is newer by 26 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 2,995 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Honda Accord (65 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1975 Ford Escort. (43 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1975 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Honda Accord weights approximately 400 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 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, 2001 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, 2001 Honda Accord (264 Nm) has 194 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Ford Escort. (70 Nm). This means 2001 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Ford Escort. 2001 Honda Accord 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. 2001 Honda Accord will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Ford Escort | 2001 Honda Accord | |
| Make | Ford | Honda |
| Model | Escort | Accord |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1096 cc | 2995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 43 HP | 65 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 70 Nm | 264 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 86.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 53.3 mm | 86.1 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 1310 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 40 L |
