1977 Ford Escort vs. 2007 Honda Accord
To start off, 2007 Honda Accord is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Ford Escort would be higher. At 2,204 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Honda Accord (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 1977 Ford Escort. (45 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1977 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Honda Accord weights approximately 544 kg more than 1977 Ford Escort. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1977 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 1977 Ford Escort. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2007 Honda Accord (341 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 281 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Ford Escort. (60 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Ford Escort. 2007 Honda Accord has automatic transmission and 1977 Ford Escort has manual transmission. 1977 Ford Escort will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Honda Accord will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1977 Ford Escort | 2007 Honda Accord | |
Make | Ford | Honda |
Model | Escort | Accord |
Year Released | 1977 | 2007 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 939 cc | 2204 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 45 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 60 Nm | 341 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 912 kg | 1456 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2690 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 65 L |