1988 Ford Escort vs. 1979 Mitsubishi Jeep
To start off, 1988 Ford Escort is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Mitsubishi Jeep. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Mitsubishi Jeep would be higher. At 2,384 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Mitsubishi Jeep is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Mitsubishi Jeep (103 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1988 Ford Escort. (89 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Mitsubishi Jeep should accelerate faster than 1988 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Mitsubishi Jeep weights approximately 495 kg more than 1988 Ford Escort. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1979 Mitsubishi Jeep is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 Ford Escort. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1979 Mitsubishi Jeep 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, 1979 Mitsubishi Jeep (197 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Ford Escort. (145 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1979 Mitsubishi Jeep will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Ford Escort | 1979 Mitsubishi Jeep | |
| Make | Ford | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Escort | Jeep |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1859 cc | 2384 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 103 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 197 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1025 kg | 1520 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1900 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2650 mm |
