1984 Ford Escort vs. 2009 Honda Civic
To start off, 2009 Honda Civic is newer by 25 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 1,799 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda Civic (140 HP) has 62 more horse power than 1984 Ford Escort. (78 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1984 Ford Escort.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Honda Civic (175 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Ford Escort. (128 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 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 | 2009 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Ford | Honda |
| Model | Escort | Civic |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 1799 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 78 HP | 140 HP |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4300 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 | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2660 mm |
