1982 Ford Escort vs. 2009 Honda CR-V
To start off, 2009 Honda CR-V is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Ford Escort would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Honda CR-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda CR-V (148 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1982 Ford Escort. (103 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda CR-V should accelerate faster than 1982 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda CR-V weights approximately 544 kg more than 1982 Ford Escort. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Honda CR-V is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1982 Ford Escort. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2009 Honda CR-V (192 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Ford Escort. (137 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2009 Honda CR-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Ford Escort | 2009 Honda CR-V | |
| Make | Ford | Honda |
| Model | Escort | CR-V |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 103 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 137 Nm | 192 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 187 km/hour | 177 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 | 924 kg | 1468 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 58 L |
