1989 Ford Escort vs. 2013 Honda Insight
To start off, 2013 Honda Insight is newer by 24 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 1,339 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Honda Insight is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Honda Insight (97 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1989 Ford Escort. (61 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Honda Insight should accelerate faster than 1989 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Honda Insight weights approximately 365 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.
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, 2013 Honda Insight (167 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Ford Escort. (100 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2013 Honda Insight will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Ford Escort | 2013 Honda Insight | |
| Make | Ford | Honda |
| Model | Escort | Insight |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1297 cc | 1339 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 61 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1700 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.8 : 1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 885 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 4377 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1694 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1427 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 40 L |
