2006 Ford Escape vs. 1979 Honda Accord
To start off, 2006 Ford Escape is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Honda Accord would be higher. At 2,261 cc, 2006 Ford Escape is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Escape (153 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1979 Honda Accord. (90 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Escape should accelerate faster than 1979 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Escape weights approximately 750 kg more than 1979 Honda Accord. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Ford Escape is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1979 Honda Accord. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2006 Ford Escape (206 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Honda Accord. (134 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Escape will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford Escape | 1979 Honda Accord | |
| Make | Ford | Honda |
| Model | Escape | Accord |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1979 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2261 cc | 1750 cc |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 206 Nm | 134 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 104 mm | 94 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1715 kg | 965 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2390 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 50 L |
