1992 Ford Escort vs. 2009 Honda Accord
To start off, 2009 Honda Accord is newer by 17 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 2,354 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda Accord (199 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1992 Ford Escort. (129 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1992 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda Accord weights approximately 888 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, 2009 Honda Accord (234 Nm) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Ford Escort. (162 Nm). This means 2009 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Ford Escort | 2009 Honda Accord | |
| Make | Ford | Honda |
| Model | Escort | Accord |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 2354 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 199 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 162 Nm | 234 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.6 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 99 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1155 kg | 2043 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1450 mm |
