1992 Ford Escort vs. 1977 Honda Civic
To start off, 1992 Ford Escort is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Honda Civic would be higher. At 1,993 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Ford Escort is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Ford Escort (224 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 171 more horse power than 1977 Honda Civic. (53 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Ford Escort should accelerate faster than 1977 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Ford Escort weights approximately 632 kg more than 1977 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1992 Ford Escort is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1977 Honda Civic. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 Ford Escort 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, 1992 Ford Escort (304 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 225 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Honda Civic. (79 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1992 Ford Escort will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Ford Escort | 1977 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Ford | Honda |
| Model | Escort | Civic |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1977 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1993 cc | 1169 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 224 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 304 Nm | 79 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90.8 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 8.1:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1307 kg | 675 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 3570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2210 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 41 L |
