1987 Ford Escort vs. 2009 Honda HR-V
To start off, 2009 Honda HR-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 1,590 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Honda HR-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda HR-V (104 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1987 Ford Escort. (74 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda HR-V should accelerate faster than 1987 Ford Escort.
Because 2009 Honda HR-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, 2009 Honda HR-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, 2009 Honda HR-V (135 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Ford Escort. (109 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Honda HR-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 HR-V | |
| Make | Ford | Honda |
| Model | Escort | HR-V |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2009 |
| 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 | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 109 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 74 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1590 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 55 L |
