1985 Ford Escort vs. 2003 Honda City
To start off, 2003 Honda City is newer by 18 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 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Ford Escort is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Ford Escort (132 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 2003 Honda City. (94 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Ford Escort should accelerate faster than 2003 Honda City. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Ford Escort weights approximately 140 kg more than 2003 Honda City. 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, 1985 Ford Escort (180 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Honda City. (121 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 1985 Ford Escort will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Honda City.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Ford Escort | 2003 Honda City | |
| Make | Ford | Honda |
| Model | Escort | City |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 1341 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 132 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 121 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2510 mm |
