1989 Ford Escort vs. 2003 Honda Accord
To start off, 2003 Honda Accord is newer by 14 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 2,360 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Honda Accord (187 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 128 more horse power than 1989 Ford Escort. (59 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1989 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, 2003 Honda Accord (218 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Ford Escort. (109 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2003 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Ford Escort | 2003 Honda Accord | |
| Make | Ford | Honda |
| Model | Escort | Accord |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1700 cc | 2360 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 109 Nm | 218 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 99 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 65 L |
