1980 Ford Escort vs. 2005 Honda Civic
To start off, 2005 Honda Civic is newer by 25 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 1,335 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Honda Civic (89 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1980 Ford Escort. (69 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1980 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Honda Civic weights approximately 266 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, 2005 Honda Civic (130 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Ford Escort. (100 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Ford Escort | 2005 Honda Civic | |
Make | Ford | Honda |
Model | Escort | Civic |
Year Released | 1980 | 2005 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1295 cc | 1335 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 69 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 100 Nm | 130 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 64.5 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
Top Speed | 157 km/hour | 177 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 1116 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4150 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 50 L |