1990 Ford Escort vs. 2002 Honda S2000
To start off, 2002 Honda S2000 is newer by 12 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 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Honda S2000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Honda S2000 (238 HP @ 8600 RPM) has 149 more horse power than 1990 Ford Escort. (89 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Honda S2000 should accelerate faster than 1990 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Honda S2000 weights approximately 240 kg more than 1990 Ford Escort. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Honda S2000 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 2002 Honda S2000. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 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, 2002 Honda S2000 (208 Nm @ 7500 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Ford Escort. (144 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2002 Honda S2000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Ford Escort | 2002 Honda S2000 | |
| Make | Ford | Honda |
| Model | Escort | S2000 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1859 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 238 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 8600 RPM |
| Torque | 144 Nm | 208 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 7500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1025 kg | 1265 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2370 mm |
