1987 Ford Escort vs. 2009 Honda FR-V
To start off, 2009 Honda FR-V is newer by 22 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 1,668 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Honda FR-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda FR-V (123 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1987 Ford Escort. (74 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda FR-V 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, 2009 Honda FR-V (154 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Ford Escort. (109 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Honda FR-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Ford Escort | 2009 Honda FR-V | |
Make | Ford | Honda |
Model | Escort | FR-V |
Year Released | 1987 | 2009 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1392 cc | 1668 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 123 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 109 Nm | 154 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 75.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 74 mm | 94.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.9:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1620 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2690 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 58 L |