1978 Ford Escort vs. 2002 Honda Avancier
To start off, 2002 Honda Avancier is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Ford Escort would be higher. At 2,995 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Honda Avancier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Honda Avancier (212 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 167 more horse power than 1978 Ford Escort. (45 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Honda Avancier should accelerate faster than 1978 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Honda Avancier weights approximately 815 kg more than 1978 Ford Escort. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Honda Avancier is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1978 Ford Escort. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Honda Avancier 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, 2002 Honda Avancier (285 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 225 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Ford Escort. (60 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2002 Honda Avancier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Ford Escort. 2002 Honda Avancier has automatic transmission and 1978 Ford Escort has manual transmission. 1978 Ford Escort will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Honda Avancier will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Ford Escort | 2002 Honda Avancier | |
| Make | Ford | Honda |
| Model | Escort | Avancier |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 939 cc | 2995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 45 HP | 212 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 60 Nm | 285 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 875 kg | 1690 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2770 mm |
