1984 Ford Escort vs. 2001 Honda Mobilio
To start off, 2001 Honda Mobilio is newer by 17 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 1,608 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Ford Escort is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Honda Mobilio (89 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1984 Ford Escort. (53 HP @ 4700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Honda Mobilio should accelerate faster than 1984 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Honda Mobilio weights approximately 450 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.
Because 2001 Honda Mobilio is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1984 Ford Escort. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Honda Mobilio 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, 2001 Honda Mobilio (131 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Ford Escort. (91 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2001 Honda Mobilio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Ford Escort | 2001 Honda Mobilio | |
| Make | Ford | Honda |
| Model | Escort | Mobilio |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1608 cc | 1497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 91 Nm | 131 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.1 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 89.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 21.5:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 870 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2690 mm |
