1994 Ford Escort vs. 2003 Honda Mobilio
To start off, 2003 Honda Mobilio is newer by 9 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, 2003 Honda Mobilio (89 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1994 Ford Escort. (88 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Honda Mobilio should accelerate faster than 1994 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Honda Mobilio weights approximately 155 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, 1994 Ford Escort (146 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Honda Mobilio. (131 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1994 Ford Escort will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Honda Mobilio.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Ford Escort | 2003 Honda Mobilio | |
| Make | Ford | Honda |
| Model | Escort | Mobilio |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1859 cc | 1496 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 88 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 131 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1095 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2750 mm |
