1992 Ford Escort vs. 2000 Honda Civic
To start off, 2000 Honda Civic is newer by 8 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 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Ford Escort is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Ford Escort (130 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 2000 Honda Civic. (89 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Ford Escort should accelerate faster than 2000 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Ford Escort weights approximately 70 kg more than 2000 Honda Civic. 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, 1992 Ford Escort (162 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Honda Civic. (139 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1992 Ford Escort will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Ford Escort | 2000 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Ford | Honda |
| Model | Escort | Civic |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1396 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 130 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 162 Nm | 139 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.6 mm | 75.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2630 mm |
