1988 Ford Escort vs. 2013 Bentley Continental
To start off, 2013 Bentley Continental is newer by 25 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 5,998 cc, 2013 Bentley Continental is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Bentley Continental (616 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 527 more horse power than 1988 Ford Escort. (89 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Bentley Continental should accelerate faster than 1988 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Bentley Continental weights approximately 1325 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 2013 Bentley Continental is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 Ford Escort. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Bentley Continental 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, 2013 Bentley Continental (800 Nm @ 5600 RPM) has 655 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Ford Escort. (145 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2013 Bentley Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Ford Escort | 2013 Bentley Continental | |
Make | Ford | Bentley |
Model | Escort | Continental |
Year Released | 1988 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1859 cc | 5998 cc |
Engine Type | in-line | W |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 616 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 145 Nm | 800 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Premium |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Vehicle Weight | 1025 kg | 2350 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4804 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 2227 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1394 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2746 mm |