1976 Ford Escort vs. 2004 Honda Logo
To start off, 2004 Honda Logo is newer by 28 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 1,343 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Honda Logo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Honda Logo (64 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1976 Ford Escort. (45 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Honda Logo should accelerate faster than 1976 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Honda Logo weights approximately 30 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, 2004 Honda Logo, 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, 2004 Honda Logo (108 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Ford Escort. (60 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2004 Honda Logo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
1976 Ford Escort | 2004 Honda Logo | |
Make | Ford | Honda |
Model | Escort | Logo |
Year Released | 1976 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 939 cc | 1343 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 45 HP | 64 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 60 Nm | 108 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 940 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 3790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2370 mm |