1993 Ford Escort vs. 2009 Honda Jazz
To start off, 2009 Honda Jazz is newer by 16 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, 2009 Honda Jazz (99 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1993 Ford Escort. (70 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Jazz should accelerate faster than 1993 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Ford Escort weights approximately 18 kg more than 2009 Honda Jazz.
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, 2009 Honda Jazz (127 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Ford Escort. (114 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2009 Honda Jazz will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Ford Escort | 2009 Honda Jazz | |
| Make | Ford | Honda |
| Model | Escort | Jazz |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1390 cc | 1339 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 114 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77.2 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 74.3 mm | 80 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1065 kg | 1047 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 3910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1530 mm |
