1984 Ford Escort vs. 1999 Volkswagen Sharan
To start off, 1999 Volkswagen Sharan is newer by 15 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 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Volkswagen Sharan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Volkswagen Sharan (148 HP) has 70 more horse power than 1984 Ford Escort. (78 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Volkswagen Sharan should accelerate faster than 1984 Ford Escort.
Let's talk about torque, 1999 Volkswagen Sharan (210 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Ford Escort. (128 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1999 Volkswagen Sharan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Ford Escort | 1999 Volkswagen Sharan | |
| Make | Ford | Volkswagen |
| Model | Escort | Sharan |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 78 HP | 148 HP |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2850 mm |
