1988 Ford Escort vs. 1973 Porsche 911
To start off, 1988 Ford Escort is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 2,687 cc (6 cylinders), 1973 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Porsche 911 (208 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 1988 Ford Escort. (89 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1988 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Ford Escort weights approximately 75 kg more than 1973 Porsche 911.
Let's talk about torque, 1973 Porsche 911 (260 Nm @ 5100 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Ford Escort. (145 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1973 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Ford Escort | 1973 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Ford | Porsche |
| Model | Escort | 911 |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1859 cc | 2687 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1025 kg | 950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2280 mm |
