2006 Honda Accord vs. 1970 Ford Escort
To start off, 2006 Honda Accord is newer by 36 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 2,999 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Honda Accord (245 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 207 more horse power than 1970 Ford Escort. (38 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1970 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Honda Accord weights approximately 669 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.
Because 1970 Ford Escort is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1970 Ford Escort. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Honda Accord, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Honda Accord (286 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 218 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Ford Escort. (68 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Honda Accord | 1970 Ford Escort | |
| Make | Honda | Ford |
| Model | Accord | Escort |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2999 cc | 1098 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 245 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 286 Nm | 68 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1474 kg | 805 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2400 mm |
