1986 Ford Escort vs. 1978 Honda Accord
To start off, 1986 Ford Escort is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Honda Accord would be higher. At 1,608 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Ford Escort is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Ford Escort (132 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1978 Honda Accord. (79 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Ford Escort should accelerate faster than 1978 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Ford Escort weights approximately 150 kg more than 1978 Honda Accord. 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, 1986 Ford Escort (180 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Honda Accord. (126 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1986 Ford Escort will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Ford Escort | 1978 Honda Accord | |
Make | Ford | Honda |
Model | Escort | Accord |
Year Released | 1986 | 1978 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1608 cc | 1602 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 132 HP | 79 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 180 Nm | 126 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3700 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 77.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.2:1 | 8.4:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 930 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4350 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2290 mm |