1987 Ford Escort vs. 2006 SsangYong Actyon
To start off, 2006 SsangYong Actyon is newer by 19 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 2,300 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 SsangYong Actyon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 SsangYong Actyon (148 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1987 Ford Escort. (74 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 SsangYong Actyon should accelerate faster than 1987 Ford Escort.
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, 2006 SsangYong Actyon (214 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Ford Escort. (109 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 SsangYong Actyon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Ford Escort | 2006 SsangYong Actyon | |
Make | Ford | SsangYong |
Model | Escort | Actyon |
Year Released | 1987 | 2006 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1392 cc | 2300 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 109 Nm | 214 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1890 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2750 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 75 L |