1989 Ford Escort vs. 2007 Honda NSX
To start off, 2007 Honda NSX is newer by 18 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 2,977 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Honda NSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Honda NSX (252 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 178 more horse power than 1989 Ford Escort. (74 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Honda NSX should accelerate faster than 1989 Ford Escort.
Because 2007 Honda NSX 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 2007 Honda NSX. 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, 2007 Honda NSX (285 Nm @ 5400 RPM) has 176 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Ford Escort. (109 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Honda NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Ford Escort. 2007 Honda NSX 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. 2007 Honda NSX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Ford Escort | 2007 Honda NSX | |
Make | Ford | Honda |
Model | Escort | NSX |
Year Released | 1989 | 2007 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1390 cc | 2977 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 252 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 109 Nm | 285 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 74 mm | 78 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 4430 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1180 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2540 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 70 L |