1989 Ford Escort vs. 2000 GMC Yukon
To start off, 2000 GMC Yukon is newer by 11 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 5,326 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 GMC Yukon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 GMC Yukon (269 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 195 more horse power than 1989 Ford Escort. (74 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 GMC Yukon should accelerate faster than 1989 Ford Escort.
Because 2000 GMC Yukon 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, 2000 GMC Yukon 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, 2000 GMC Yukon (451 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 342 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Ford Escort. (109 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2000 GMC Yukon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Ford Escort. 2000 GMC Yukon has automatic transmission and 1989 Ford Escort has manual transmission. 1989 Ford Escort will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 GMC Yukon will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Ford Escort | 2000 GMC Yukon | |
| Make | Ford | GMC |
| Model | Escort | Yukon |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1390 cc | 5326 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 269 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 109 Nm | 451 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 5060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1890 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2950 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 140 L |
