1988 Ford Escort vs. 2000 Jeep Wrangler
To start off, 2000 Jeep Wrangler is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Ford Escort would be higher. At 2,464 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Jeep Wrangler is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Jeep Wrangler (123 HP) has 48 more horse power than 1988 Ford Escort. (75 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Jeep Wrangler should accelerate faster than 1988 Ford Escort.
Because 2000 Jeep Wrangler 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, 2000 Jeep Wrangler 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, 2000 Jeep Wrangler (193 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Ford Escort. (109 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2000 Jeep Wrangler will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Ford Escort | 2000 Jeep Wrangler | |
| Make | Ford | Jeep |
| Model | Escort | Wrangler |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1392 cc | 2464 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 123 HP |
| Torque | 109 Nm | 193 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 98.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 74 mm | 81 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2380 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 57 L |
