1988 Ford Escort vs. 2009 Maserati Quattroporte
To start off, 2009 Maserati Quattroporte 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 4,690 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Maserati Quattroporte is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Maserati Quattroporte (434 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 345 more horse power than 1988 Ford Escort. (89 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Maserati Quattroporte should accelerate faster than 1988 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Maserati Quattroporte weights approximately 965 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 2009 Maserati Quattroporte is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2009 Maserati Quattroporte. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 Ford Escort, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Maserati Quattroporte (490 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 345 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Ford Escort. (145 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2009 Maserati Quattroporte will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Ford Escort | 2009 Maserati Quattroporte | |
| Make | Ford | Maserati |
| Model | Escort | Quattroporte |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1859 cc | 4690 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 434 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 490 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1025 kg | 1990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 5100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 3070 mm |
