1985 Ford Escort vs. 2000 Honda HR-V
To start off, 2000 Honda HR-V is newer by 15 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 1,672 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Honda HR-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Ford Escort (132 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2000 Honda HR-V. (113 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Ford Escort should accelerate faster than 2000 Honda HR-V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Honda HR-V weights approximately 40 kg more 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, 1985 Ford Escort (180 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Honda HR-V. (131 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1985 Ford Escort will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Honda HR-V.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Ford Escort | 2000 Honda HR-V | |
| Make | Ford | Honda |
| Model | Escort | HR-V |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 1672 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 132 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 131 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 90 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1120 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2360 mm |
