1986 Ford Escort vs. 2004 Honda Accord
To start off, 2004 Honda Accord is newer by 18 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 2,352 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Honda Accord (187 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 1986 Ford Escort. (90 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1986 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Honda Accord weights approximately 496 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, 2004 Honda Accord (223 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Ford Escort. (133 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2004 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Ford Escort. 1986 Ford Escort has automatic transmission and 2004 Honda Accord has manual transmission. 2004 Honda Accord will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1986 Ford Escort will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Ford Escort | 2004 Honda Accord | |
Make | Ford | Honda |
Model | Escort | Accord |
Year Released | 1986 | 2004 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1597 cc | 2352 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 90 HP | 187 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 133 Nm | 223 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 99 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
Top Speed | 171 km/hour | 227 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1456 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 116 L | 65 L |