1985 Ford Escort vs. 1979 Honda Accord
To start off, 1985 Ford Escort is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Honda Accord would be higher. At 1,750 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Honda Accord (90 HP) has 41 more horse power than 1985 Ford Escort. (49 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1985 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Honda Accord weights approximately 110 kg more than 1985 Ford Escort. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1979 Honda Accord (133 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Ford Escort. (84 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1979 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Ford Escort | 1979 Honda Accord | |
| Make | Ford | Honda |
| Model | Escort | Accord |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1979 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1117 cc | 1750 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 90 HP |
| Torque | 84 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 65 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2390 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 50 L |
