1988 Ford Escort vs. 2007 Honda Element
To start off, 2007 Honda Element is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Ford Escort would be higher. At 2,354 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Honda Element is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Honda Element (166 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 1988 Ford Escort. (89 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Honda Element should accelerate faster than 1988 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Honda Element weights approximately 965 kg more than 1988 Ford Escort. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2007 Honda Element (218 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Ford Escort. (145 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2007 Honda Element will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Ford Escort | 2007 Honda Element | |
Make | Ford | Honda |
Model | Escort | Element |
Year Released | 1988 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1859 cc | 2354 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 166 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 145 Nm | 218 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1025 kg | 1990 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4330 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1790 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2580 mm |