1985 Ford Escort vs. 2008 Porsche 911
To start off, 2008 Porsche 911 is newer by 23 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 3,824 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Porsche 911 (350 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 218 more horse power than 1985 Ford Escort. (132 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1985 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Porsche 911 weights approximately 340 kg more than 1985 Ford Escort. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Porsche 911 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2008 Porsche 911. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 Ford Escort, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2008 Porsche 911 (400 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 220 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Ford Escort. (180 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2008 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
1985 Ford Escort | 2008 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Ford | Porsche |
Model | Escort | 911 |
Year Released | 1985 | 2008 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1597 cc | 3824 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 132 HP | 350 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 180 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.2:1 | 11.8:1 |
Top Speed | 196 km/hour | 293 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1420 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2360 mm |