1980 Ford Escort vs. 1973 Honda 1300
To start off, 1980 Ford Escort is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Honda 1300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Honda 1300 would be higher. At 1,298 cc, 1973 Honda 1300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Honda 1300 (81 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1980 Ford Escort. (69 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Honda 1300 should accelerate faster than 1980 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Honda 1300 weights approximately 45 kg more than 1980 Ford Escort. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1973 Honda 1300 (105 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Ford Escort. (100 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1973 Honda 1300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Ford Escort | 1973 Honda 1300 | |
| Make | Ford | Honda |
| Model | Escort | 1300 |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1973 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1295 cc | 1298 cc |
| Horse Power | 69 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 105 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 895 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2200 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 35 L |
