1992 Ford Escort vs. 2005 Honda Civic
To start off, 2005 Honda Civic is newer by 13 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 (106 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 2005 Honda Civic. (82 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Ford Escort should accelerate faster than 2005 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Honda Civic weights approximately 130 kg more than 1992 Ford Escort.
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 (153 Nm) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda Civic. (119 Nm). This means 1992 Ford Escort will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Ford Escort | 2005 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Ford | Honda |
| Model | Escort | Civic |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | 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 | 106 HP | 82 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 153 Nm | 119 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.6 mm | 73.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1270 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 50 L |
