1992 Ford Escort vs. 1999 Honda Accord
To start off, 1999 Honda Accord is newer by 7 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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Honda Accord (134 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1992 Ford Escort. (129 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1992 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Honda Accord weights approximately 210 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.
Let's talk about torque, 1999 Honda Accord (184 Nm) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Ford Escort. (162 Nm). This means 1999 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 | 1999 Honda Accord | |
| Make | Ford | Honda |
| Model | Escort | Accord |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 162 Nm | 184 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1155 kg | 1365 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1410 mm |
