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 2,354 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Honda CR-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda CR-V (166 HP) has 88 more horse power than 1984 Ford Escort. (78 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda CR-V should accelerate faster than 1984 Ford Escort.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Honda CR-V (218 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Ford Escort. (128 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 | Convertible | SUV |
| 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 | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 96.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2630 mm |
