1984 Fiat Panda vs. 1989 Ford Escort
To start off, 1989 Ford Escort is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Fiat Panda. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Fiat Panda would be higher. At 1,859 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Ford Escort is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Ford Escort (89 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1984 Fiat Panda. (47 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Ford Escort should accelerate faster than 1984 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Ford Escort weights approximately 264 kg more than 1984 Fiat Panda. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1984 Fiat Panda is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 Ford Escort. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1984 Fiat Panda 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, 1989 Ford Escort (144 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Fiat Panda. (69 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1989 Ford Escort will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
1984 Fiat Panda | 1989 Ford Escort | |
Make | Fiat | Ford |
Model | Panda | Escort |
Year Released | 1984 | 1989 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 965 cc | 1859 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 47 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 69 Nm | 144 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 761 kg | 1025 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3410 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2180 mm | 2400 mm |