1980 Ford Escort vs. 1999 Honda Today
To start off, 1999 Honda Today is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Ford Escort would be higher. At 1,295 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Ford Escort is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Ford Escort (69 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1999 Honda Today. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Ford Escort should accelerate faster than 1999 Honda Today. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Ford Escort weights approximately 140 kg more than 1999 Honda Today. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Honda Today is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1980 Ford Escort. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Honda Today 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, 1980 Ford Escort (100 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Honda Today. (57 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1980 Ford Escort will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Honda Today.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Ford Escort | 1999 Honda Today | |
Make | Ford | Honda |
Model | Escort | Today |
Year Released | 1980 | 1999 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1295 cc | 656 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 69 HP | 47 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 100 Nm | 57 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 710 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 3300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1400 mm |