1986 Ford Escort vs. 2001 Honda Mobilio
To start off, 2001 Honda Mobilio is newer by 15 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 1,497 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Honda Mobilio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Honda Mobilio (89 HP) has 14 more horse power than 1986 Ford Escort. (75 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Honda Mobilio should accelerate faster than 1986 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Honda Mobilio weights approximately 355 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, 2001 Honda Mobilio (131 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Ford Escort. (109 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2001 Honda Mobilio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Ford Escort | 2001 Honda Mobilio | |
| Make | Ford | Honda |
| Model | Escort | Mobilio |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1392 cc | 1497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 89 HP |
| Torque | 109 Nm | 131 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77.1 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 74 mm | 89.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 895 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 42 L |
