1976 Ford Escort vs. 1992 Honda Accord
To start off, 1992 Honda Accord is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Ford Escort would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Honda Accord (134 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 1976 Ford Escort. (45 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1976 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Honda Accord weights approximately 455 kg more than 1976 Ford Escort. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1976 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 1976 Ford Escort. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 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, 1992 Honda Accord (184 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 124 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Ford Escort. (60 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1992 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
1976 Ford Escort | 1992 Honda Accord | |
Make | Ford | Honda |
Model | Escort | Accord |
Year Released | 1976 | 1992 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 939 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 45 HP | 134 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 60 Nm | 184 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 1365 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4680 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1400 mm |