1986 Ford Escort vs. 1992 Honda NSX

To start off, 1992 Honda NSX is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Ford Escort would be higher. At 2,977 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 Honda NSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Honda NSX (280 HP @ 7300 RPM) has 232 more horse power than 1986 Ford Escort. (48 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Honda NSX should accelerate faster than 1986 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Honda NSX weights approximately 500 kg more than 1986 Ford Escort. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 1992 Honda NSX is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1992 Honda NSX. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 Ford Escort, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1992 Honda NSX (294 Nm @ 5400 RPM) has 211 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Ford Escort. (83 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1992 Honda NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Ford Escort.

Compare all specifications:

1986 Ford Escort 1992 Honda NSX
Make Ford Honda
Model Escort NSX
Year Released 1986 1992
Body Type Station Wagon Coupe
Engine Position Front Middle
Engine Size 1115 cc 2977 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Horse Power 48 HP 280 HP
Engine RPM 5000 RPM 7300 RPM
Torque 83 Nm 294 Nm
Torque RPM 2700 RPM 5400 RPM
Engine Bore Size 74 mm 90.1 mm
Engine Stroke Size 65 mm 78 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 9.5:1 10.2:1
Drive Type Front Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 2 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 870 kg 1370 kg
Vehicle Length 4090 mm 4410 mm
Vehicle Width 1650 mm 1820 mm
Vehicle Height 1400 mm 1180 mm
Wheelbase Size 2410 mm 2540 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 48 L 70 L


 

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