1984 Ford Escort vs. 2007 Honda Civic
To start off, 2007 Honda Civic is newer by 23 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 1,798 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Honda Civic (138 HP) has 60 more horse power than 1984 Ford Escort. (78 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1984 Ford Escort.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Honda Civic (174 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Ford Escort. (128 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Ford Escort | 2007 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Ford | Honda |
| Model | Escort | Civic |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 1798 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 78 HP | 138 HP |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 174 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 87.3 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2580 mm |
