1984 Ford Escort vs. 1999 Honda Shuttle
To start off, 1999 Honda Shuttle 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 2,156 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Honda Shuttle is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Honda Shuttle (150 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 1984 Ford Escort. (53 HP @ 4700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Honda Shuttle should accelerate faster than 1984 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Honda Shuttle weights approximately 622 kg more than 1984 Ford Escort. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1999 Honda Shuttle (199 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Ford Escort. (95 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1999 Honda Shuttle will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Ford Escort. 1999 Honda Shuttle has automatic transmission and 1984 Ford Escort has manual transmission. 1984 Ford Escort will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Honda Shuttle will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Ford Escort | 1999 Honda Shuttle | |
| Make | Ford | Honda |
| Model | Escort | Shuttle |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 2156 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 95 Nm | 199 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 95 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 1532 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 65 L |
