1992 Ford Escort vs. 1979 Honda Accord
To start off, 1992 Ford Escort is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Honda Accord would be higher. At 1,750 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Honda Accord (89 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1992 Ford Escort. (69 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1992 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Ford Escort weights approximately 110 kg more than 1979 Honda Accord.
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, 1979 Honda Accord (142 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Ford Escort. (101 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1979 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
1992 Ford Escort | 1979 Honda Accord | |
Make | Ford | Honda |
Model | Escort | Accord |
Year Released | 1992 | 1979 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1392 cc | 1750 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 69 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 101 Nm | 142 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 77.2 mm | 77 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 74.3 mm | 94 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 930 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 4330 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2390 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 50 L |