1994 Ford Escort vs. 1992 Honda Accord
To start off, 1994 Ford Escort is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Honda Accord would be higher. At 2,156 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Honda Accord (148 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1994 Ford Escort. (88 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1994 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Honda Accord weights approximately 315 kg more than 1994 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, 1992 Honda Accord (199 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Ford Escort. (146 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1992 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Ford Escort | 1992 Honda Accord | |
| Make | Ford | Honda |
| Model | Escort | Accord |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1992 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1859 cc | 2156 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 88 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 199 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1095 kg | 1410 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2730 mm |
