1986 Ford Escort vs. 1994 Honda Accord
To start off, 1994 Honda Accord is newer by 8 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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Honda Accord (114 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 1986 Ford Escort. (48 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1986 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Honda Accord weights approximately 395 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.
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, 1994 Honda Accord (173 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Ford Escort. (83 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1994 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Ford Escort | 1994 Honda Accord | |
Make | Ford | Honda |
Model | Escort | Accord |
Year Released | 1986 | 1994 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1115 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 48 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 83 Nm | 173 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 65 mm | 88 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 825 kg | 1220 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 4680 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1390 mm |