1989 Ford Escort vs. 2009 Honda CR-V
To start off, 2009 Honda CR-V is newer by 20 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 2,352 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Honda CR-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda CR-V (166 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 1989 Ford Escort. (89 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda CR-V should accelerate faster than 1989 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda CR-V weights approximately 436 kg more than 1989 Ford Escort. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Honda CR-V is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 Ford Escort. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Honda CR-V will offer significantly more control. 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, 2009 Honda CR-V (218 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Ford Escort. (144 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2009 Honda CR-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Ford Escort | 2009 Honda CR-V | |
Make | Ford | Honda |
Model | Escort | CR-V |
Year Released | 1989 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1859 cc | 2352 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 166 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 144 Nm | 218 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1025 kg | 1461 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1690 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2630 mm |