1983 Honda Accord vs. 1975 Ford Escort
To start off, 1983 Honda Accord is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Ford Escort would be higher. At 1,596 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Honda Accord (89 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1975 Ford Escort. (53 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1975 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Honda Accord weights approximately 40 kg more than 1975 Ford Escort. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1975 Ford Escort is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1975 Ford Escort. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1983 Honda Accord, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1983 Honda Accord (128 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Ford Escort. (85 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1983 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Honda Accord | 1975 Ford Escort | |
Make | Honda | Ford |
Model | Accord | Escort |
Year Released | 1983 | 1975 |
Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1596 cc | 1298 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 53 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 128 Nm | 85 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 920 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4060 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1570 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2410 mm |