1984 Ford Escort vs. 2010 Porsche 911
To start off, 2010 Porsche 911 is newer by 26 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Porsche 911 (345 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 277 more horse power than 1984 Ford Escort. (68 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1984 Ford Escort.
Because 2010 Porsche 911 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1984 Ford Escort. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Porsche 911 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, 2010 Porsche 911 (390 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 288 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Ford Escort. (102 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2010 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
1984 Ford Escort | 2010 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Ford | Porsche |
Model | Escort | 911 |
Year Released | 1984 | 2010 |
Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1295 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 68 HP | 345 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 102 Nm | 390 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4465 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1808 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1311 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2350 mm |