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 1,997 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. 1982 Ford Escort weights approximately 84 kg more than 2009 Honda CR-V.

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 1997 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 840 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


 

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