1987 Ford Escort vs. 1989 Subaru Rex
To start off, 1989 Subaru Rex is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Ford Escort would be higher. At 1,392 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Ford Escort is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Ford Escort (74 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1989 Subaru Rex. (31 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Ford Escort should accelerate faster than 1989 Subaru Rex.
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, 1987 Ford Escort (109 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Subaru Rex. (43 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1987 Ford Escort will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Subaru Rex.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Ford Escort | 1989 Subaru Rex | |
| Make | Ford | Subaru |
| Model | Escort | Rex |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1989 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1392 cc | 544 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 31 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 109 Nm | 43 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 74 mm | 60 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 3250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1400 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2260 mm |
