2000 Ford Escape vs. 1989 Honda Accord
To start off, 2000 Ford Escape is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Honda Accord would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Honda Accord (133 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2000 Ford Escape. (128 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2000 Ford Escape. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Ford Escape weights approximately 210 kg more than 1989 Honda Accord.
Because 2000 Ford Escape is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 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, 1989 Honda Accord (179 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Ford Escape. (169 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1989 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Ford Escape.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Ford Escape | 1989 Honda Accord | |
Make | Ford | Honda |
Model | Escape | Accord |
Year Released | 2000 | 1989 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1988 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 128 HP | 133 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 169 Nm | 179 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84.8 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 88 mm |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1260 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4690 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2730 mm |