1989 Ford Escort vs. 1995 Saturn SC
To start off, 1995 Saturn SC is newer by 6 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 1,901 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Saturn SC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Saturn SC (122 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1989 Ford Escort. (74 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Saturn SC should accelerate faster than 1989 Ford Escort.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1995 Saturn SC (168 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Ford Escort. (109 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1995 Saturn SC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Ford Escort | 1995 Saturn SC | |
| Make | Ford | Saturn |
| Model | Escort | SC |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1390 cc | 1901 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 122 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 109 Nm | 168 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2610 mm |
