1986 Ford Escort vs. 2005 Honda Fit
To start off, 2005 Honda Fit is newer by 19 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 1,339 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Honda Fit is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Honda Fit (82 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1986 Ford Escort. (49 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Honda Fit should accelerate faster than 1986 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Honda Fit weights approximately 270 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, 2005 Honda Fit (119 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Ford Escort. (83 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2005 Honda Fit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Ford Escort | 2005 Honda Fit | |
Make | Ford | Honda |
Model | Escort | Fit |
Year Released | 1986 | 2005 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1117 cc | 1339 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 49 HP | 82 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 83 Nm | 119 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 1060 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2460 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 58 L |