1979 Ford Escort vs. 2000 Honda Civic
To start off, 2000 Honda Civic is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Ford Escort would be higher. At 1,396 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Honda Civic (89 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1979 Ford Escort. (45 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1979 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Honda Civic weights approximately 140 kg more than 1979 Ford Escort. 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, 2000 Honda Civic, 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, 2000 Honda Civic (139 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Ford Escort. (60 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2000 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Ford Escort | 2000 Honda Civic | |
Make | Ford | Honda |
Model | Escort | Civic |
Year Released | 1979 | 2000 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 939 cc | 1396 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 45 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 60 Nm | 139 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 1050 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 50 L |