1994 Ford Escort vs. 1970 Honda S600
To start off, 1994 Ford Escort is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Honda S600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Honda S600 would be higher. At 1,859 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Ford Escort is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Ford Escort (88 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1970 Honda S600. (70 HP @ 8000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Ford Escort should accelerate faster than 1970 Honda S600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Ford Escort weights approximately 370 kg more than 1970 Honda S600. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1970 Honda S600 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1970 Honda S600. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 Ford Escort, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1994 Ford Escort (146 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Honda S600. (66 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 1994 Ford Escort will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Honda S600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Ford Escort | 1970 Honda S600 | |
| Make | Ford | Honda |
| Model | Escort | S600 |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1859 cc | 791 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 88 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 8000 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 66 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1095 kg | 725 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 3340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1410 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2010 mm |
