1986 Ford Escort vs. 2001 Honda Stream
To start off, 2001 Honda Stream 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 1,667 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Honda Stream is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Ford Escort (132 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2001 Honda Stream. (123 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Ford Escort should accelerate faster than 2001 Honda Stream. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Honda Stream weights approximately 230 kg more than 1986 Ford Escort.
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, 1986 Ford Escort (180 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Honda Stream. (149 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1986 Ford Escort will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Honda Stream.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Ford Escort | 2001 Honda Stream | |
| Make | Ford | Honda |
| Model | Escort | Stream |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1608 cc | 1667 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 132 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 149 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 94.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.2:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1310 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2730 mm |
