2008 Ford Escape vs. 1992 Honda Accord
To start off, 2008 Ford Escape is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Honda Accord would be higher. At 2,299 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Ford Escape is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Honda Accord (148 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2008 Ford Escape. (134 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2008 Ford Escape. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Ford Escape weights approximately 305 kg more than 1992 Honda Accord.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear 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, 1992 Honda Accord (199 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Ford Escape. (168 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1992 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Ford Escape. 2008 Ford Escape has automatic transmission and 1992 Honda Accord has manual transmission. 1992 Honda Accord will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Ford Escape will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Ford Escape | 1992 Honda Accord | |
| Make | Ford | Honda |
| Model | Escape | Accord |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1992 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2299 cc | 2156 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 168 Nm | 199 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1715 kg | 1410 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2730 mm |
