1986 Ford Escort vs. 2008 Honda CR-V

To start off, 2008 Honda CR-V is newer by 22 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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Honda CR-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Honda CR-V (148 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 1986 Ford Escort. (59 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda CR-V should accelerate faster than 1986 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Ford Escort weights approximately 70 kg more than 2008 Honda CR-V.

Because 2008 Honda CR-V 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, 2008 Honda CR-V 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, 2008 Honda CR-V (192 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Ford Escort. (110 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2008 Honda CR-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Ford Escort. 2008 Honda CR-V 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. 2008 Honda CR-V will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

1986 Ford Escort 2008 Honda CR-V
Make Ford Honda
Model Escort CR-V
Year Released 1986 2008
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1751 cc 1997 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 59 HP 148 HP
Engine RPM 4800 RPM 6500 RPM
Torque 110 Nm 192 Nm
Torque RPM 2500 RPM 4000 RPM
Engine Bore Size 82.5 mm 86 mm
Engine Stroke Size 82 mm 86 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 21.5:1 10.0:1
Fuel Type Diesel Gasoline - Premium
Top Speed 151 km/hour 177 km/hour
Drive Type Front 4WD
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 910 kg 840 kg
Vehicle Length 4090 mm 4570 mm
Vehicle Width 1650 mm 1790 mm
Vehicle Height 1380 mm 1720 mm
Wheelbase Size 2520 mm 2640 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 45 L 58 L


 

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