1985 Ford Escort vs. 1988 Subaru Mini Jumbo
To start off, 1988 Subaru Mini Jumbo is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Ford Escort would be higher. At 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Ford Escort is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Ford Escort (132 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 1988 Subaru Mini Jumbo. (36 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Ford Escort should accelerate faster than 1988 Subaru Mini Jumbo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Ford Escort weights approximately 495 kg more than 1988 Subaru Mini Jumbo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1985 Ford Escort (180 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Subaru Mini Jumbo. (55 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1985 Ford Escort will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Subaru Mini Jumbo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Ford Escort | 1988 Subaru Mini Jumbo | |
| Make | Ford | Subaru |
| Model | Escort | Mini Jumbo |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1988 |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 665 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 132 HP | 36 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 55 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 585 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 3920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1400 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1430 mm |
