1980 Ford Escort vs. 2002 Honda CR-V
To start off, 2002 Honda CR-V is newer by 22 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 1,999 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Honda CR-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Honda CR-V (154 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 1980 Ford Escort. (69 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Honda CR-V should accelerate faster than 1980 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Honda CR-V weights approximately 650 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.
Because 2002 Honda CR-V 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, 2002 Honda CR-V 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 CR-V (144 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Ford Escort. (100 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2002 Honda CR-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Ford Escort | 2002 Honda CR-V | |
Make | Ford | Honda |
Model | Escort | CR-V |
Year Released | 1980 | 2002 |
Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1295 cc | 1999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 69 HP | 154 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 100 Nm | 144 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
Top Speed | 157 km/hour | 172 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 1500 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4570 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1720 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 58 L |