1995 Ford Escort vs. 2002 Honda Vamos
To start off, 2002 Honda Vamos is newer by 7 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 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Ford Escort is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Ford Escort (114 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 2002 Honda Vamos. (46 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Ford Escort should accelerate faster than 2002 Honda Vamos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Ford Escort weights approximately 130 kg more than 2002 Honda Vamos. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Honda Vamos 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 2002 Honda Vamos. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 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, 1995 Ford Escort (150 Nm) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Honda Vamos. (149 Nm). This means 1995 Ford Escort will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Honda Vamos. 2002 Honda Vamos has automatic transmission and 1995 Ford Escort has manual transmission. 1995 Ford Escort will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Honda Vamos will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Ford Escort | 2002 Honda Vamos | |
Make | Ford | Honda |
Model | Escort | Vamos |
Year Released | 1995 | 2002 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1796 cc | 656 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 46 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 150 Nm | 149 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 960 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 3410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1490 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1790 mm |