1989 Ford Escort vs. 2004 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2004 Volkswagen Touareg is newer by 15 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 5,998 cc (12 cylinders), 2004 Volkswagen Touareg is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Volkswagen Touareg (444 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 370 more horse power than 1989 Ford Escort. (74 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 1989 Ford Escort.
Because 2004 Volkswagen Touareg 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, 2004 Volkswagen Touareg 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, 2004 Volkswagen Touareg (600 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 491 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Ford Escort. (109 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2004 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Ford Escort. 2004 Volkswagen Touareg 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. 2004 Volkswagen Touareg will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Ford Escort | 2004 Volkswagen Touareg | |
Make | Ford | Volkswagen |
Model | Escort | Touareg |
Year Released | 1989 | 2004 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1390 cc | 5998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | W |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 444 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 109 Nm | 600 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3300 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 74 mm | 90.2 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.7:1 |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1980 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 100 L |