1986 Ford Escort vs. 1994 Honda CRX
To start off, 1994 Honda CRX 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 1,608 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Ford Escort is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Honda CRX (125 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 1986 Ford Escort. (53 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Honda CRX should accelerate faster than 1986 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Honda CRX weights approximately 180 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 CRX (141 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Ford Escort. (97 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1994 Honda CRX 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 CRX | |
Make | Ford | Honda |
Model | Escort | CRX |
Year Released | 1986 | 1994 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1608 cc | 1590 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 53 HP | 125 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 97 Nm | 141 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 870 kg | 1050 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 4010 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1260 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2380 mm |