1993 Ford Escort vs. 1995 Honda Step Wagon
To start off, 1995 Honda Step Wagon is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Ford Escort would be higher. At 1,973 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Honda Step Wagon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Honda Step Wagon (123 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1993 Ford Escort. (87 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Honda Step Wagon should accelerate faster than 1993 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Honda Step Wagon weights approximately 355 kg more than 1993 Ford Escort. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1995 Honda Step Wagon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1993 Ford Escort. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Honda Step Wagon will offer significantly more control. 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, 1995 Honda Step Wagon (185 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Ford Escort. (146 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1995 Honda Step Wagon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
1993 Ford Escort | 1995 Honda Step Wagon | |
Make | Ford | Honda |
Model | Escort | Step Wagon |
Year Released | 1993 | 1995 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1859 cc | 1973 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 87 HP | 123 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 146 Nm | 185 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Vehicle Weight | 1095 kg | 1450 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4610 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1840 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2810 mm |