1994 Ford Royale vs. 2009 Honda Fit
To start off, 2009 Honda Fit is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Ford Royale. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Ford Royale would be higher. At 1,982 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Ford Royale is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda Fit (117 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1994 Ford Royale. (109 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Fit should accelerate faster than 1994 Ford Royale.
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 Royale (173 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Honda Fit. (144 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1994 Ford Royale will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Honda Fit.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Ford Royale | 2009 Honda Fit | |
| Make | Ford | Honda |
| Model | Royale | Fit |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1982 cc | 1495 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 117 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 173 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 4110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2510 mm |
