1988 Ford Escort vs. 2009 Hyundai Santa Fe
To start off, 2009 Hyundai Santa Fe is newer by 21 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 2,188 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Hyundai Santa Fe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Hyundai Santa Fe (153 HP) has 78 more horse power than 1988 Ford Escort. (75 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Hyundai Santa Fe should accelerate faster than 1988 Ford Escort.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2009 Hyundai Santa Fe (343 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 234 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Ford Escort. (109 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Hyundai Santa Fe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Ford Escort | 2009 Hyundai Santa Fe | |
Make | Ford | Hyundai |
Model | Escort | Santa Fe |
Year Released | 1988 | 2009 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1392 cc | 2188 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 75 HP | 153 HP |
Torque | 109 Nm | 343 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 74 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 17.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 4680 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1800 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 75 L |