1984 Ford Escort vs. 1999 Honda Odyssey
To start off, 1999 Honda Odyssey is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Ford Escort would be higher. At 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Honda Odyssey is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Honda Odyssey (238 HP) has 160 more horse power than 1984 Ford Escort. (78 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Honda Odyssey should accelerate faster than 1984 Ford Escort.
Let's talk about torque, 1999 Honda Odyssey (328 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 200 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Ford Escort. (128 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1999 Honda Odyssey will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Ford Escort | 1999 Honda Odyssey | |
| Make | Ford | Honda |
| Model | Escort | Odyssey |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 3471 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 78 HP | 238 HP |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 328 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 3010 mm |
