1984 Ford Escort vs. 2007 Honda Element
To start off, 2007 Honda Element 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 2,354 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Honda Element is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Honda Element (166 HP) has 88 more horse power than 1984 Ford Escort. (78 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Honda Element should accelerate faster than 1984 Ford Escort.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Honda Element (218 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Ford Escort. (128 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Honda Element 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 Element | |
| Make | Ford | Honda |
| Model | Escort | Element |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 2354 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 78 HP | 166 HP |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 218 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 99 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2580 mm |
