1992 Ford Escort vs. 1998 Honda Civic
To start off, 1998 Honda Civic is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Ford Escort would be higher. At 1,590 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Honda Civic (105 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1992 Ford Escort. (62 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1992 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Honda Civic weights approximately 195 kg more than 1992 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, 1998 Honda Civic (140 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Ford Escort. (99 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1998 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Ford Escort | 1998 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Ford | Honda |
| Model | Escort | Civic |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1324 cc | 1590 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 105 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 99 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 905 kg | 1100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1350 mm |
