1993 Ford Escort vs. 1998 Honda Accord
To start off, 1998 Honda Accord 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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Honda Accord (131 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1993 Ford Escort. (70 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1993 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Honda Accord weights approximately 250 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.
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, 1998 Honda Accord (178 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Ford Escort. (114 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1998 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Ford Escort | 1998 Honda Accord | |
| Make | Ford | Honda |
| Model | Escort | Accord |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1390 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 131 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 114 Nm | 178 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77.2 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 74.3 mm | 88 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1065 kg | 1315 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1390 mm |
