1975 Ford Escort vs. 2005 Honda HR-V
To start off, 2005 Honda HR-V 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 1,845 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 Ford Escort is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Ford Escort (115 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2005 Honda HR-V. (106 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Ford Escort should accelerate faster than 2005 Honda HR-V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Honda HR-V weights approximately 395 kg more than 1975 Ford Escort.
Because 2005 Honda HR-V 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 HR-V 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, 1975 Ford Escort (163 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda HR-V. (136 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1975 Ford Escort will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Honda HR-V.
Compare all specifications:
1975 Ford Escort | 2005 Honda HR-V | |
Make | Ford | Honda |
Model | Escort | HR-V |
Year Released | 1975 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1845 cc | 1590 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 115 HP | 106 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 163 Nm | 136 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86.8 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 77.6 mm | 90 mm |
Top Speed | 179 km/hour | 162 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 914 kg | 1309 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4120 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1680 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2460 mm |