1987 Ford Escort vs. 2010 Honda Jazz
To start off, 2010 Honda Jazz is newer by 23 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 1,392 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Ford Escort is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Honda Jazz (99 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1987 Ford Escort. (74 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Honda Jazz 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, 2010 Honda Jazz (127 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Ford Escort. (109 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Honda Jazz will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Ford Escort | 2010 Honda Jazz | |
Make | Ford | Honda |
Model | Escort | Jazz |
Year Released | 1987 | 2010 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1392 cc | 1339 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 99 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 109 Nm | 127 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 73 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 74 mm | 80 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 3910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2510 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 42 L |