1992 Ford Escort vs. 2001 Honda City
To start off, 2001 Honda City is newer by 9 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Ford Escort is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Ford Escort (151 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 2001 Honda City. (94 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Ford Escort should accelerate faster than 2001 Honda City. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Ford Escort weights approximately 184 kg more than 2001 Honda City. 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 (190 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Honda City. (121 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 1992 Ford Escort will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Honda City.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Ford Escort | 2001 Honda City | |
| Make | Ford | Honda |
| Model | Escort | City |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1343 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 151 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 121 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1124 kg | 940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2510 mm |
