1975 Ford Escort vs. 2005 Honda Avancier
To start off, 2005 Honda Avancier is newer by 30 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 2,254 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Honda Avancier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Honda Avancier (148 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1975 Ford Escort. (115 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Honda Avancier should accelerate faster than 1975 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Honda Avancier weights approximately 706 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 2005 Honda Avancier 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, 2005 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, 2005 Honda Avancier (206 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Ford Escort. (163 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Honda Avancier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Ford Escort. 2005 Honda Avancier 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. 2005 Honda Avancier will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Ford Escort | 2005 Honda Avancier | |
| Make | Ford | Honda |
| Model | Escort | Avancier |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1845 cc | 2254 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 163 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.8 mm | 86.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77.6 mm | 97 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 914 kg | 1620 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2770 mm |
