1986 Ford Escort vs. 1999 Honda S-MX
To start off, 1999 Honda S-MX is newer by 13 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 1,972 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Honda S-MX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Honda S-MX (129 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1986 Ford Escort. (59 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Honda S-MX should accelerate faster than 1986 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Honda S-MX weights approximately 420 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 1999 Honda S-MX 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, 1999 Honda S-MX 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, 1999 Honda S-MX (190 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Ford Escort. (110 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1999 Honda S-MX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Ford Escort. 1999 Honda S-MX has automatic transmission and 1986 Ford Escort has manual transmission. 1986 Ford Escort will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Honda S-MX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Ford Escort | 1999 Honda S-MX | |
| Make | Ford | Honda |
| Model | Escort | S-MX |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1751 cc | 1972 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2510 mm |
