1984 Ford Escort vs. 1992 Porsche 968
To start off, 1992 Porsche 968 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Ford Escort would be higher. At 2,990 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Porsche 968 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Porsche 968 (241 HP) has 163 more horse power than 1984 Ford Escort. (78 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Porsche 968 should accelerate faster than 1984 Ford Escort.
Let's talk about torque, 1992 Porsche 968 (305 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 177 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Ford Escort. (128 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1992 Porsche 968 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Ford Escort | 1992 Porsche 968 | |
| Make | Ford | Porsche |
| Model | Escort | 968 |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1992 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 2990 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 78 HP | 241 HP |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 104 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2510 mm |
