1992 Ford Escort vs. 2010 Honda Civic
To start off, 2010 Honda Civic is newer by 18 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 1,800 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Honda Civic (140 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1992 Ford Escort. (129 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1992 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Honda Civic weights approximately 64 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, 2010 Honda Civic (173 Nm) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Ford Escort. (162 Nm). This means 2010 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 | 2010 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Ford | Honda |
| Model | Escort | Civic |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 162 Nm | 173 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1155 kg | 1219 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4503 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1753 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1435 mm |
