1980 Ford Escort vs. 2002 Honda Mobilio
To start off, 2002 Honda Mobilio 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 1,496 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Honda Mobilio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Honda Mobilio (108 HP) has 59 more horse power than 1980 Ford Escort. (49 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Honda Mobilio should accelerate faster than 1980 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Honda Mobilio weights approximately 400 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2002 Honda Mobilio (143 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Ford Escort. (84 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2002 Honda Mobilio 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 Mobilio | |
| Make | Ford | Honda |
| Model | Escort | Mobilio |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1116 cc | 1496 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 108 HP |
| Torque | 84 Nm | 143 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 860 kg | 1260 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1750 mm |
