1988 Ford Escort vs. 2013 Honda Accord
To start off, 2013 Honda Accord is newer by 25 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 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Honda Accord (274 HP) has 199 more horse power than 1988 Ford Escort. (75 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1988 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, 2013 Honda Accord (342 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 233 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Ford Escort. (109 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2013 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Ford Escort. 2013 Honda Accord has automatic transmission and 1988 Ford Escort has manual transmission. 1988 Ford Escort will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Honda Accord will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Ford Escort | 2013 Honda Accord | |
| Make | Ford | Honda |
| Model | Escort | Accord |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1392 cc | 3471 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 274 HP |
| Torque | 109 Nm | 342 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 74 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.5 : 1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 4862 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1849 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1465 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2775 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 65 L |
