1990 Ford Escort vs. 1996 Honda Today
To start off, 1996 Honda Today is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Ford Escort would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Ford Escort is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Ford Escort (104 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1996 Honda Today. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Ford Escort should accelerate faster than 1996 Honda Today. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Ford Escort weights approximately 355 kg more than 1996 Honda Today. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1996 Honda Today is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Ford Escort. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Honda Today 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, 1990 Ford Escort (135 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Honda Today. (57 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1990 Ford Escort will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Honda Today.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Ford Escort | 1996 Honda Today | |
| Make | Ford | Honda |
| Model | Escort | Today |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 656 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 57 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1065 kg | 710 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 3300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1400 mm |
