1994 Ford Escort vs. 1971 Honda 1300
To start off, 1994 Ford Escort is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Honda 1300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Honda 1300 would be higher. At 1,391 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Ford Escort is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Honda 1300 (81 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1994 Ford Escort. (70 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1971 Honda 1300 should accelerate faster than 1994 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Ford Escort weights approximately 170 kg more than 1971 Honda 1300.
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, 1994 Ford Escort (114 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Honda 1300. (105 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1994 Ford Escort will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Honda 1300.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Ford Escort | 1971 Honda 1300 | |
| Make | Ford | Honda |
| Model | Escort | 1300 |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1971 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1391 cc | 1296 cc |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 114 Nm | 105 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1065 kg | 895 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1330 mm |
