1987 Ford Escort vs. 1995 Honda NSX
To start off, 1995 Honda NSX is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Ford Escort would be higher. At 3,179 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Honda NSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Honda NSX (420 HP @ 8250 RPM) has 346 more horse power than 1987 Ford Escort. (74 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Honda NSX should accelerate faster than 1987 Ford Escort.
Because 1995 Honda NSX is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1995 Honda NSX. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 Ford Escort, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1995 Honda NSX (414 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 305 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Ford Escort. (109 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1995 Honda NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Ford Escort | 1995 Honda NSX | |
Make | Ford | Honda |
Model | Escort | NSX |
Year Released | 1987 | 1995 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1392 cc | 3179 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 420 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 8250 RPM |
Torque | 109 Nm | 414 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1180 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2540 mm |