1984 Ford Escort vs. 2003 Honda Mobilio
To start off, 2003 Honda Mobilio is newer by 19 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 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Ford Escort is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Honda Mobilio (89 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1984 Ford Escort. (53 HP @ 4700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Honda Mobilio should accelerate faster than 1984 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Honda Mobilio weights approximately 340 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, 2003 Honda Mobilio (131 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Ford Escort. (95 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2003 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 | 2003 Honda Mobilio | |
| Make | Ford | Honda |
| Model | Escort | Mobilio |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 1496 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 95 Nm | 131 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2750 mm |
