1976 Ford Escort vs. 2006 Honda Element
To start off, 2006 Honda Element is newer by 30 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 2,359 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Honda Element is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Honda Element (156 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 1976 Ford Escort. (45 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Honda Element should accelerate faster than 1976 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Ford Escort weights approximately 23 kg more than 2006 Honda Element.
Because 2006 Honda Element is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1976 Ford Escort. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Honda Element will offer significantly more control. 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, 2006 Honda Element (217 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 157 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Ford Escort. (60 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 Honda Element will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Ford Escort | 2006 Honda Element | |
| Make | Ford | Honda |
| Model | Escort | Element |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 939 cc | 2359 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 45 HP | 156 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 60 Nm | 217 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 876 kg | 853 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2580 mm |
