1989 Ford Escort vs. 1985 Porsche 911
To start off, 1989 Ford Escort is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 3,164 cc (6 cylinders), 1985 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Porsche 911 (228 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 154 more horse power than 1989 Ford Escort. (74 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1989 Ford Escort.
Because 1985 Porsche 911 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 1985 Porsche 911. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 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, 1985 Porsche 911 (286 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 177 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Ford Escort. (109 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1985 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Ford Escort | 1985 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Ford | Porsche |
Model | Escort | 911 |
Year Released | 1989 | 1985 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1390 cc | 3164 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 228 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5900 RPM |
Torque | 109 Nm | 286 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 95 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 74 mm | 74.4 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2280 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 80 L |