1988 Ford Escort vs. 2005 Porsche 911
To start off, 2005 Porsche 911 is newer by 17 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 3,605 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Porsche 911 (445 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 356 more horse power than 1988 Ford Escort. (89 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1988 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Porsche 911 weights approximately 565 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Porsche 911 (620 Nm) has 475 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Ford Escort. (145 Nm). This means 2005 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 | 2005 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Ford | Porsche |
| Model | Escort | 911 |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1859 cc | 3605 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 445 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 620 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1025 kg | 1590 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2360 mm |
