1987 Ford Escort vs. 1996 Honda CRX
To start off, 1996 Honda CRX is newer by 9 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 1,590 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Honda CRX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Honda CRX (131 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1987 Ford Escort. (74 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Honda CRX should accelerate faster than 1987 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, 1996 Honda CRX (144 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Ford Escort. (109 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1996 Honda CRX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Ford Escort | 1996 Honda CRX | |
Make | Ford | Honda |
Model | Escort | CRX |
Year Released | 1987 | 1996 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1392 cc | 1590 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 131 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 109 Nm | 144 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 74 mm | 90 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 4010 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1260 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2380 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 45 L |