1994 Ford Escort vs. 1995 Honda Today
To start off, 1995 Honda Today is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Ford Escort 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 41 more horse power than 1995 Honda Today. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Ford Escort should accelerate faster than 1995 Honda Today. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Ford Escort weights approximately 385 kg more than 1995 Honda Today. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1995 Honda Today is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1994 Ford Escort. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Honda Today will offer significantly more control. 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 89 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Honda Today. (57 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1994 Ford Escort will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Honda Today.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Ford Escort | 1995 Honda Today | |
| Make | Ford | Honda |
| Model | Escort | Today |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1859 cc | 656 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 88 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 57 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1095 kg | 710 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 3300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1400 mm |
