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 (130 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 2005 Honda Civic. (99 HP @ 4400 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. 1992 Ford Escort weights approximately 40 kg more than 2005 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, 2005 Honda Civic (220 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Ford Escort. (162 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2005 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
1992 Ford Escort | 2005 Honda Civic | |
Make | Ford | Honda |
Model | Escort | Civic |
Year Released | 1992 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1668 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 130 HP | 99 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 162 Nm | 220 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80.6 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 203 km/hour | 182 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 1080 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2750 mm |