1993 Ford Escort vs. 2004 Honda Insight
To start off, 2004 Honda Insight is newer by 11 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 1,390 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Ford Escort is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Ford Escort (70 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2004 Honda Insight. (67 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Ford Escort should accelerate faster than 2004 Honda Insight. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Ford Escort weights approximately 212 kg more than 2004 Honda Insight. 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, 1993 Ford Escort (114 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Honda Insight. (90 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1993 Ford Escort will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Honda Insight.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Ford Escort | 2004 Honda Insight | |
| Make | Ford | Honda |
| Model | Escort | Insight |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1390 cc | 999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 114 Nm | 90 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77.2 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 74.3 mm | 82 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1065 kg | 853 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1360 mm |
