1993 Ford Escort vs. 2013 Honda Accord
To start off, 2013 Honda Accord is newer by 20 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 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Honda Accord (274 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 187 more horse power than 1993 Ford Escort. (87 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1993 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Honda Accord weights approximately 508 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, 2013 Honda Accord (342 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 196 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Ford Escort. (146 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2013 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 | 2013 Honda Accord | |
| Make | Ford | Honda |
| Model | Escort | Accord |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1859 cc | 3471 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 274 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 342 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1095 kg | 1603 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4805 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1436 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2725 mm |
