2002 Honda Vamos vs. 1970 Ford Escort
To start off, 2002 Honda Vamos is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Ford Escort would be higher. At 1,098 cc (4 cylinders), 1970 Ford Escort is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Honda Vamos (46 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1970 Ford Escort. (38 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Honda Vamos should accelerate faster than 1970 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Honda Vamos weights approximately 155 kg more than 1970 Ford Escort. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 2002 Honda Vamos (149 Nm) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Ford Escort. (68 Nm). This means 2002 Honda Vamos will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Honda Vamos | 1970 Ford Escort | |
| Make | Honda | Ford |
| Model | Vamos | Escort |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 656 cc | 1098 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 46 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 149 Nm | 68 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 805 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3410 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2400 mm |
