1984 Ford Escort vs. 2009 Honda CR-V
To start off, 2009 Honda CR-V 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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Honda CR-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda CR-V (148 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 1984 Ford Escort. (53 HP @ 4700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda CR-V should accelerate faster than 1984 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda CR-V weights approximately 659 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 2009 Honda CR-V 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, 2009 Honda CR-V 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, 2009 Honda CR-V (193 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Ford Escort. (95 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Honda CR-V 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 CR-V | |
Make | Ford | Honda |
Model | Escort | CR-V |
Year Released | 1984 | 2009 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1597 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 53 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 95 Nm | 193 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 96.9 mm |
Top Speed | 146 km/hour | 190 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 1569 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1680 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2640 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 58 L |