1984 Ford Escort vs. 2012 Honda Accord
To start off, 2012 Honda Accord is newer by 28 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 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Honda Accord (177 HP) has 99 more horse power than 1984 Ford Escort. (78 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1984 Ford Escort.
Let's talk about torque, 2012 Honda Accord (218 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Ford Escort. (128 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Ford Escort | 2012 Honda Accord | |
| Make | Ford | Honda |
| Model | Escort | Accord |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 78 HP | 177 HP |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 218 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1847 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1476 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2799 mm |
