1989 Ford Escort vs. 1996 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit
To start off, 1996 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit is newer by 7 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 6,750 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit (208 HP @ 3900 RPM) has 147 more horse power than 1989 Ford Escort. (61 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit should accelerate faster than 1989 Ford Escort.
Because 1996 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit 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 1996 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit. 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, 1996 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit (403 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 303 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Ford Escort. (100 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1996 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Ford Escort | 1996 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit | |
| Make | Ford | Rolls-Royce |
| Model | Escort | Silver Spirit |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1297 cc | 6750 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 61 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 403 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 5280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1490 mm |
