1995 Ford Escort vs. 2008 Honda Accord

To start off, 2008 Honda Accord is newer by 13 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 2,204 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Honda Accord (139 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1995 Ford Escort. (90 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1995 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Honda Accord weights approximately 321 kg more than 1995 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, 2008 Honda Accord (340 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 206 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Ford Escort. (134 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Ford Escort.

Compare all specifications:

1995 Ford Escort 2008 Honda Accord
Make Ford Honda
Model Escort Accord
Year Released 1995 2008
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1597 cc 2204 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 90 HP 139 HP
Engine RPM 5500 RPM 4000 RPM
Torque 134 Nm 340 Nm
Torque RPM 3000 RPM 2000 RPM
Engine Bore Size 76.1 mm 85 mm
Engine Stroke Size 88 mm 97.1 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 10.3:1 16.7:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Diesel
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Weight 1135 kg 1456 kg
Vehicle Length 4310 mm 4670 mm
Vehicle Width 1710 mm 1770 mm
Vehicle Height 1450 mm 1450 mm


 

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