1985 Ford Escort vs. 2011 Hyundai H1
To start off, 2011 Hyundai H1 is newer by 26 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 2,359 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Hyundai H1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Hyundai H1 (169 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1985 Ford Escort. (132 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Hyundai H1 should accelerate faster than 1985 Ford Escort.
Let's talk about torque, 2011 Hyundai H1 (224 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Ford Escort. (180 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2011 Hyundai H1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Ford Escort | 2011 Hyundai H1 | |
| Make | Ford | Hyundai |
| Model | Escort | H1 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 2359 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 132 HP | 169 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 224 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 97 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.2:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 196 km/hour | 182 km/hour |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 9 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 5130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1940 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 3210 mm |
