1994 Ford Escort vs. 1998 Honda S2000
To start off, 1998 Honda S2000 is newer by 4 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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Honda S2000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Honda S2000 (251 HP @ 8300 RPM) has 181 more horse power than 1994 Ford Escort. (70 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Honda S2000 should accelerate faster than 1994 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Honda S2000 weights approximately 175 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.
Because 1998 Honda S2000 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 1998 Honda S2000. 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, 1998 Honda S2000 (218 Nm @ 7500 RPM) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Ford Escort. (114 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1998 Honda S2000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Ford Escort | 1998 Honda S2000 | |
| Make | Ford | Honda |
| Model | Escort | S2000 |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1391 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 251 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 8300 RPM |
| Torque | 114 Nm | 218 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 7500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77.2 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 74.3 mm | 84 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1065 kg | 1240 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1290 mm |
