1985 Ford Escort vs. 1994 Honda Accord
To start off, 1994 Honda Accord is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Ford Escort would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Honda Accord (114 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1985 Ford Escort. (68 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1985 Ford Escort.
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, 1994 Honda Accord (173 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Ford Escort. (103 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1994 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 | 1994 Honda Accord | |
| Make | Ford | Honda |
| Model | Escort | Accord |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1994 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1296 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 68 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 103 Nm | 173 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1390 mm |
