1991 Ford Escort vs. 1998 Honda Capa
To start off, 1998 Honda Capa is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Ford Escort would be higher. At 1,858 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Ford Escort is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Honda Capa (97 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1991 Ford Escort. (87 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Honda Capa should accelerate faster than 1991 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Ford Escort weights approximately 15 kg more than 1998 Honda Capa.
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, 1991 Ford Escort (146 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Honda Capa. (136 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1991 Ford Escort will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Honda Capa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Ford Escort | 1998 Honda Capa | |
| Make | Ford | Honda |
| Model | Escort | Capa |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1858 cc | 1493 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 136 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1095 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 3780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2370 mm |
