2000 Ford Escape vs. 1978 Honda Accord
To start off, 2000 Ford Escape is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Honda Accord would be higher. At 2,967 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Ford Escape is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Ford Escape (200 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 120 more horse power than 1978 Honda Accord. (80 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ford Escape should accelerate faster than 1978 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Ford Escape weights approximately 636 kg more than 1978 Honda Accord. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Ford Escape is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1978 Honda Accord. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Ford Escape will offer significantly more control. 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, 2000 Ford Escape (272 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 146 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Honda Accord. (126 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2000 Ford Escape will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Ford Escape | 1978 Honda Accord | |
| Make | Ford | Honda |
| Model | Escape | Accord |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1978 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2967 cc | 1602 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 80 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 272 Nm | 126 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1572 kg | 936 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2390 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 50 L |
