1988 Ford Escort vs. 2012 SsangYong Chairman H
To start off, 2012 SsangYong Chairman H is newer by 24 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 2,295 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 SsangYong Chairman H is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 SsangYong Chairman H (139 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1988 Ford Escort. (89 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 SsangYong Chairman H should accelerate faster than 1988 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 SsangYong Chairman H weights approximately 550 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 2012 SsangYong Chairman H 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 2012 SsangYong Chairman H. 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, 2012 SsangYong Chairman H (213 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Ford Escort. (145 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2012 SsangYong Chairman H will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Ford Escort | 2012 SsangYong Chairman H | |
Make | Ford | SsangYong |
Model | Escort | Chairman H |
Year Released | 1988 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1859 cc | 2295 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 139 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 145 Nm | 213 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1025 kg | 1575 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 5060 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2910 mm |