1990 Ford Escort vs. 2013 Honda Insight
To start off, 2013 Honda Insight is newer by 23 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 1,753 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Ford Escort is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Honda Insight (97 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1990 Ford Escort. (59 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Honda Insight should accelerate faster than 1990 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Honda Insight weights approximately 185 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.
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 57 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Ford Escort. (110 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2013 Honda Insight will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Ford Escort | 2013 Honda Insight | |
| Make | Ford | Honda |
| Model | Escort | Insight |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1753 cc | 1339 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1065 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 4377 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1694 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1427 mm |
