1984 Ford Escort vs. 1969 Honda S600
To start off, 1984 Ford Escort is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Honda S600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Honda S600 would be higher. At 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Ford Escort is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Honda S600 (70 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1984 Ford Escort. (53 HP @ 4700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Honda S600 should accelerate faster than 1984 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Ford Escort weights approximately 185 kg more than 1969 Honda S600.
Because 1969 Honda S600 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 1969 Honda S600. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1984 Ford Escort, 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, 1984 Ford Escort (95 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Honda S600. (66 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 1984 Ford Escort will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Honda S600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Ford Escort | 1969 Honda S600 | |
| Make | Ford | Honda |
| Model | Escort | S600 |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 791 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 8000 RPM |
| Torque | 95 Nm | 66 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 21.5:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Top Speed | 146 km/hour | 151 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 725 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 3340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1410 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 35 L |
