1989 Ford Escort vs. 1998 Porsche 911
To start off, 1998 Porsche 911 is newer by 9 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Porsche 911 (444 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 385 more horse power than 1989 Ford Escort. (59 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1989 Ford Escort.
Let's talk about torque, 1998 Porsche 911 (665 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 556 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Ford Escort. (109 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1998 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 | 1998 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Ford | Porsche |
Model | Escort | 911 |
Year Released | 1989 | 1998 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1700 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 444 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 109 Nm | 665 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 4250 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1270 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2280 mm |