1989 Ford Escort vs. 1998 Honda S2000
To start off, 1998 Honda S2000 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Ford Escort would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Honda S2000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Honda S2000 (251 HP @ 8300 RPM) has 192 more horse power than 1989 Ford Escort. (59 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Honda S2000 should accelerate faster than 1989 Ford Escort.
Because 1998 Honda S2000 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 1998 Honda S2000. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Ford Escort, 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, 1998 Honda S2000 (218 Nm @ 7500 RPM) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Ford Escort. (109 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1998 Honda S2000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Ford Escort | 1998 Honda S2000 | |
| Make | Ford | Honda |
| Model | Escort | S2000 |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1700 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 251 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 8300 RPM |
| Torque | 109 Nm | 218 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 7500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 11.7:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 50 L |
