1989 Ford Escort vs. 1964 Honda S500
To start off, 1989 Ford Escort is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Honda S500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Honda S500 would be higher. At 1,753 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Ford Escort is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Ford Escort (59 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1964 Honda S500. (38 HP @ 8000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Ford Escort should accelerate faster than 1964 Honda S500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Ford Escort weights approximately 250 kg more than 1964 Honda S500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1964 Honda S500 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1964 Honda S500. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Ford Escort, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1989 Ford Escort (110 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Honda S500. (39 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 1989 Ford Escort will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Honda S500.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Ford Escort | 1964 Honda S500 | |
| Make | Ford | Honda |
| Model | Escort | S500 |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1964 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1753 cc | 491 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 8000 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 39 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 680 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 3310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1440 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 40 L |
