1979 Ford Escort vs. 1973 Honda Z
To start off, 1979 Ford Escort is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Honda Z. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Honda Z would be higher. At 939 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Ford Escort is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Ford Escort (45 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1973 Honda Z. (32 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Ford Escort should accelerate faster than 1973 Honda Z. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Ford Escort weights approximately 295 kg more than 1973 Honda Z. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1979 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 1979 Ford Escort. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1973 Honda Z, 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, 1979 Ford Escort (60 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Honda Z. (43 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1979 Ford Escort will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Honda Z.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Ford Escort | 1973 Honda Z | |
| Make | Ford | Honda |
| Model | Escort | Z |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 939 cc | 599 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 45 HP | 32 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 60 Nm | 43 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 875 kg | 580 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 3140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1310 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2010 mm |
