2005 Ford Escape vs. 1967 Honda S800
To start off, 2005 Ford Escape is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Honda S800. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Honda S800 would be higher. At 1,988 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Ford Escape is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Escape (124 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1967 Honda S800. (67 HP @ 8000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Escape should accelerate faster than 1967 Honda S800. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Escape weights approximately 760 kg more than 1967 Honda S800. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Ford Escape is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1967 Honda S800. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 Ford Escape (168 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Honda S800. (66 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 2005 Ford Escape will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Honda S800.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Escape | 1967 Honda S800 | |
| Make | Ford | Honda |
| Model | Escape | S800 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1967 |
| Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1988 cc | 791 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 124 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 8000 RPM |
| Torque | 168 Nm | 66 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 710 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 3350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1410 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 35 L |
