1986 Ford Escort vs. 1995 Honda Step Wagon
To start off, 1995 Honda Step Wagon is newer by 9 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 1,973 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Honda Step Wagon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Honda Step Wagon (123 HP) has 45 more horse power than 1986 Ford Escort. (78 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Honda Step Wagon should accelerate faster than 1986 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Honda Step Wagon weights approximately 525 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 1995 Honda Step Wagon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1986 Ford Escort. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Honda Step Wagon will offer significantly more control. 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, 1995 Honda Step Wagon (185 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Ford Escort. (127 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1995 Honda Step Wagon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Ford Escort | 1995 Honda Step Wagon | |
Make | Ford | Honda |
Model | Escort | Step Wagon |
Year Released | 1986 | 1995 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1597 cc | 1973 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 78 HP | 123 HP |
Torque | 127 Nm | 185 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 88 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 925 kg | 1450 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 4610 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1840 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2810 mm |