1984 Ford Escort vs. 2005 Hyundai Trajet
To start off, 2005 Hyundai Trajet is newer by 21 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 1,991 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Hyundai Trajet is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Hyundai Trajet (111 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1984 Ford Escort. (68 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Hyundai Trajet should accelerate faster than 1984 Ford Escort.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2005 Hyundai Trajet (245 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 143 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Ford Escort. (102 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 Hyundai Trajet will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Ford Escort | 2005 Hyundai Trajet | |
| Make | Ford | Hyundai |
| Model | Escort | Trajet |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1295 cc | 1991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 68 HP | 111 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2840 mm |
