1994 Ford Escort vs. 2011 Honda Ridgeline
To start off, 2011 Honda Ridgeline is newer by 17 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 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Honda Ridgeline is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Honda Ridgeline (250 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 180 more horse power than 1994 Ford Escort. (70 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Honda Ridgeline should accelerate faster than 1994 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Honda Ridgeline weights approximately 128 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 2011 Honda Ridgeline 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, 2011 Honda Ridgeline 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, 2011 Honda Ridgeline (335 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 221 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Ford Escort. (114 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2011 Honda Ridgeline will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Ford Escort. 2011 Honda Ridgeline has automatic transmission and 1994 Ford Escort has manual transmission. 1994 Ford Escort will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Honda Ridgeline will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Ford Escort | 2011 Honda Ridgeline | |
| Make | Ford | Honda |
| Model | Escort | Ridgeline |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1391 cc | 3471 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 250 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 114 Nm | 335 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1065 kg | 1193 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 5260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1790 mm |
