1989 Ford Escort vs. 1999 Land Rover Range Rover
To start off, 1999 Land Rover Range Rover is newer by 10 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 3,946 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Land Rover Range Rover is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Land Rover Range Rover (187 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 128 more horse power than 1989 Ford Escort. (59 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Land Rover Range Rover should accelerate faster than 1989 Ford Escort.
Because 1999 Land Rover Range Rover is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 Ford Escort. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Land Rover Range Rover will offer significantly more control. 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, 1999 Land Rover Range Rover (320 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 211 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Ford Escort. (109 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1999 Land Rover Range Rover will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Ford Escort | 1999 Land Rover Range Rover | |
Make | Ford | Land Rover |
Model | Escort | Range Rover |
Year Released | 1989 | 1999 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1700 cc | 3946 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 187 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Torque | 109 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1800 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2750 mm |