1989 Ford Escort vs. 2011 Honda Jazz
To start off, 2011 Honda Jazz is newer by 22 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 1,859 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Ford Escort is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Honda Jazz (118 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1989 Ford Escort. (89 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Honda Jazz 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, 2011 Honda Jazz (145 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Ford Escort. (144 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2011 Honda Jazz will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Ford Escort | 2011 Honda Jazz | |
| Make | Ford | Honda |
| Model | Escort | Jazz |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1859 cc | 1497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 144 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 3910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2510 mm |
