1995 Ford Escort vs. 2000 Honda HR-V
To start off, 2000 Honda HR-V is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Ford Escort would be higher. At 1,753 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Ford Escort is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Honda HR-V (113 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1995 Ford Escort. (70 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Honda HR-V should accelerate faster than 1995 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Ford Escort weights approximately 15 kg more than 2000 Honda HR-V.
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, 1995 Ford Escort (133 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Honda HR-V. (131 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1995 Ford Escort will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Honda HR-V.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Ford Escort | 2000 Honda HR-V | |
| Make | Ford | Honda |
| Model | Escort | HR-V |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1753 cc | 1672 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 131 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1135 kg | 1120 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1600 mm |
