1999 Ford Escort vs. 2010 Honda Accord
To start off, 2010 Honda Accord is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Ford Escort would be higher. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Honda Accord (271 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 140 more horse power than 1999 Ford Escort. (131 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1999 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Honda Accord weights approximately 490 kg more than 1999 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, 2010 Honda Accord (344 Nm) has 166 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Ford Escort. (178 Nm). This means 2010 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Ford Escort | 2010 Honda Accord | |
| Make | Ford | Honda |
| Model | Escort | Accord |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1983 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 131 HP | 271 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 178 Nm | 344 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1124 kg | 1614 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1847 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1476 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2799 mm |
