1992 Ford Escort vs. 2004 Honda FR-V
To start off, 2004 Honda FR-V is newer by 12 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), 2004 Honda FR-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Honda FR-V (148 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1992 Ford Escort. (129 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Honda FR-V should accelerate faster than 1992 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Honda FR-V weights approximately 297 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, 2004 Honda FR-V (192 Nm) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Ford Escort. (162 Nm). This means 2004 Honda FR-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Ford Escort | 2004 Honda FR-V | |
| Make | Ford | Honda |
| Model | Escort | FR-V |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 162 Nm | 192 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.6 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 86 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1155 kg | 1452 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1620 mm |
