1983 Ford Escort vs. 2006 Honda Ridgeline
To start off, 2006 Honda Ridgeline is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Ford Escort would be higher. At 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Honda Ridgeline is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Honda Ridgeline (247 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 196 more horse power than 1983 Ford Escort. (51 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Honda Ridgeline should accelerate faster than 1983 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Honda Ridgeline weights approximately 540 kg more than 1983 Ford Escort. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Honda Ridgeline is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1983 Ford Escort. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Honda Ridgeline 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, 2006 Honda Ridgeline (332 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 221 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Ford Escort. (111 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2006 Honda Ridgeline will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Ford Escort | 2006 Honda Ridgeline | |
| Make | Ford | Honda |
| Model | Escort | Ridgeline |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 3471 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 111 Nm | 332 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1590 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 5260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 3110 mm |
