1996 Ford Escort vs. 2009 Honda Accord
To start off, 2009 Honda Accord is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Ford Escort would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda Accord (153 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1996 Ford Escort. (131 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1996 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda Accord weights approximately 380 kg more than 1996 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, 1996 Ford Escort (172 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Honda Accord. (170 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1996 Ford Escort will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Ford Escort | 2009 Honda Accord | |
Make | Ford | Honda |
Model | Escort | Accord |
Year Released | 1996 | 2009 |
Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1988 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 131 HP | 153 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 172 Nm | 170 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84.8 mm | 86.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 10.0:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1152 kg | 1532 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 65 L |