1992 Ford Escort vs. 2013 Honda Insight
To start off, 2013 Honda Insight is newer by 21 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), 1992 Ford Escort is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Ford Escort (151 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 2013 Honda Insight. (97 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Ford Escort should accelerate faster than 2013 Honda Insight. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Honda Insight weights approximately 126 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 (190 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Honda Insight. (167 Nm @ 1700 RPM). This means 1992 Ford Escort will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Honda Insight.
Compare all specifications:
1992 Ford Escort | 2013 Honda Insight | |
Make | Ford | Honda |
Model | Escort | Insight |
Year Released | 1992 | 2013 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1339 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 151 HP | 97 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 190 Nm | 167 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1700 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 73 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 10.8 : 1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1124 kg | 1250 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 4377 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1694 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1427 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2550 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 40 L |