1987 Ford Escort vs. 2002 Honda CR-V
To start off, 2002 Honda CR-V is newer by 15 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 1,999 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Honda CR-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Honda CR-V (154 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1987 Ford Escort. (74 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Honda CR-V should accelerate faster than 1987 Ford Escort.
Because 2002 Honda CR-V is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1987 Ford Escort. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 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, 2002 Honda CR-V (144 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Ford Escort. (109 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2002 Honda CR-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Ford Escort. 2002 Honda CR-V has automatic transmission and 1987 Ford Escort has manual transmission. 1987 Ford Escort will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Honda CR-V will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Ford Escort | 2002 Honda CR-V | |
Make | Ford | Honda |
Model | Escort | CR-V |
Year Released | 1987 | 2002 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1392 cc | 1999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 154 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 109 Nm | 144 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 4570 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1720 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 58 L |