1975 Ford Escort vs. 2011 Honda Accord Crosstour
To start off, 2011 Honda Accord Crosstour is newer by 36 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Honda Accord Crosstour is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Honda Accord Crosstour (271 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 231 more horse power than 1975 Ford Escort. (40 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Honda Accord Crosstour should accelerate faster than 1975 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Honda Accord Crosstour weights approximately 872 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, 2011 Honda Accord Crosstour, 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, 2011 Honda Accord Crosstour (344 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 274 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Ford Escort. (70 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2011 Honda Accord Crosstour will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Ford Escort. 2011 Honda Accord Crosstour 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. 2011 Honda Accord Crosstour will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1975 Ford Escort | 2011 Honda Accord Crosstour | |
Make | Ford | Honda |
Model | Escort | Accord Crosstour |
Year Released | 1975 | 2011 |
Body Type | Coupe | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1098 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 40 HP | 271 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 70 Nm | 344 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 875 kg | 1747 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4999 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1897 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1669 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2797 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 70 L |