1989 Ford Escort vs. 1994 Porsche 928
To start off, 1994 Porsche 928 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Ford Escort would be higher. At 4,664 cc (8 cylinders), 1994 Porsche 928 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Porsche 928 (306 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 217 more horse power than 1989 Ford Escort. (89 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Porsche 928 should accelerate faster than 1989 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Porsche 928 weights approximately 505 kg more than 1989 Ford Escort. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1994 Porsche 928 (409 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 265 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Ford Escort. (144 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1994 Porsche 928 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Ford Escort | 1994 Porsche 928 | |
Make | Ford | Porsche |
Model | Escort | 928 |
Year Released | 1989 | 1994 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1859 cc | 4664 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 306 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5900 RPM |
Torque | 144 Nm | 409 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1025 kg | 1530 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2510 mm |