1985 Ford Escort vs. 2007 Honda Accord
To start off, 2007 Honda Accord is newer by 22 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 2,997 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Honda Accord (244 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 176 more horse power than 1985 Ford Escort. (68 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1985 Ford Escort.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Honda Accord (286 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 183 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Ford Escort. (103 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Ford Escort. 2007 Honda Accord has automatic transmission and 1985 Ford Escort has manual transmission. 1985 Ford Escort will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Honda Accord will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1985 Ford Escort | 2007 Honda Accord | |
Make | Ford | Honda |
Model | Escort | Accord |
Year Released | 1985 | 2007 |
Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1296 cc | 2997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 68 HP | 244 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 103 Nm | 286 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4860 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2750 mm |