1975 Ford Escort vs. 2013 Honda Accord
To start off, 2013 Honda Accord is newer by 38 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 2,356 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Honda Accord (182 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 142 more horse power than 1975 Ford Escort. (40 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1975 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Honda Accord weights approximately 607 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, 2013 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, 2013 Honda Accord (245 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 175 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Ford Escort. (70 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2013 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 | 2013 Honda Accord | |
Make | Ford | Honda |
Model | Escort | Accord |
Year Released | 1975 | 2013 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1098 cc | 2356 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 40 HP | 182 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 70 Nm | 245 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81.1 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 53.3 mm | 99 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 11.0 : 1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 875 kg | 1482 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4805 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1436 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2725 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 65 L |