1980 Ford Escort vs. 1990 Porsche 911
To start off, 1990 Porsche 911 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Ford Escort would be higher. At 3,163 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Porsche 911 (228 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 132 more horse power than 1980 Ford Escort. (96 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1980 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Porsche 911 weights approximately 280 kg more than 1980 Ford Escort. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1990 Porsche 911 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 1990 Porsche 911. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1980 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, 1990 Porsche 911 (286 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 154 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Ford Escort. (132 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1990 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Ford Escort | 1990 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Ford | Porsche |
Model | Escort | 911 |
Year Released | 1980 | 1990 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Roadster |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1597 cc | 3163 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 96 HP | 228 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5900 RPM |
Torque | 132 Nm | 286 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 895 kg | 1175 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1260 mm |