1987 Ford Escort vs. 2013 Ford Fusion
To start off, 2013 Ford Fusion is newer by 26 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 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Ford Fusion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Ford Fusion (234 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 160 more horse power than 1987 Ford Escort. (74 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Ford Fusion should accelerate faster than 1987 Ford Escort.
Because 2013 Ford Fusion is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1987 Ford Escort. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Ford Fusion will offer significantly more control. 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, 2013 Ford Fusion (339 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 230 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Ford Escort. (109 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2013 Ford Fusion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Ford Escort. 2013 Ford Fusion has automatic transmission and 1987 Ford Escort has manual transmission. 1987 Ford Escort will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Ford Fusion will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Ford Escort | 2013 Ford Fusion | |
Make | Ford | Ford |
Model | Escort | Fusion |
Year Released | 1987 | 2013 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1392 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 234 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 109 Nm | 339 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 74 mm | 83 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 4869 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 2121 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1476 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2850 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 66 L |