1989 Ford Escort vs. 2002 Honda Vamos
To start off, 2002 Honda Vamos is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Ford Escort would be higher. At 1,297 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Ford Escort is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Ford Escort (61 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2002 Honda Vamos. (46 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Ford Escort should accelerate faster than 2002 Honda Vamos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Honda Vamos weights approximately 75 kg more than 1989 Ford Escort.
Because 2002 Honda Vamos 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 2002 Honda Vamos. 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, 2002 Honda Vamos (149 Nm) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Ford Escort. (100 Nm). This means 2002 Honda Vamos will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Ford Escort. 2002 Honda Vamos has automatic transmission and 1989 Ford Escort has manual transmission. 1989 Ford Escort will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Honda Vamos will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Ford Escort | 2002 Honda Vamos | |
| Make | Ford | Honda |
| Model | Escort | Vamos |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1297 cc | 656 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 61 HP | 46 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 149 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 149 km/hour | 130 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 885 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 3410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 73 L |
