1995 Ford Escort vs. 2011 Honda Insight
To start off, 2011 Honda Insight is newer by 16 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 16 more horse power than 2011 Honda Insight. (98 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Ford Escort should accelerate faster than 2011 Honda Insight. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Honda Insight weights approximately 145 kg more than 1995 Ford Escort.
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, 2011 Honda Insight (167 Nm @ 1000 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Ford Escort. (150 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Honda Insight will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Ford Escort | 2011 Honda Insight | |
Make | Ford | Honda |
Model | Escort | Insight |
Year Released | 1995 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1300 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 98 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 150 Nm | 167 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1092 kg | 1237 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4376 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1694 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1427 mm |