1975 Ford Escort vs. 2009 Honda Accord
To start off, 2009 Honda Accord is newer by 34 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 2,199 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda Accord (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1975 Ford Escort. (115 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1975 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda Accord weights approximately 790 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, 2009 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, 2009 Honda Accord (350 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 187 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Ford Escort. (163 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
1975 Ford Escort | 2009 Honda Accord | |
Make | Ford | Honda |
Model | Escort | Accord |
Year Released | 1975 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1845 cc | 2199 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 115 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 163 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86.8 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 77.6 mm | 96.9 mm |
Top Speed | 179 km/hour | 212 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 914 kg | 1704 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2710 mm |