1993 Ford Escort vs. 1998 Acura EL
To start off, 1998 Acura EL is newer by 5 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 1,859 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Ford Escort is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Acura EL (127 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1993 Ford Escort. (87 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Acura EL should accelerate faster than 1993 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Ford Escort weights approximately 16 kg more than 1998 Acura EL.
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, 1993 Ford Escort (146 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Acura EL. (145 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1993 Ford Escort will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Acura EL.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Ford Escort | 1998 Acura EL | |
| Make | Ford | Acura |
| Model | Escort | EL |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1859 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 127 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1095 kg | 1079 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4478 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1704 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1394 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2619 mm |
