1989 Ford Escort vs. 2005 Hyundai Tucson
To start off, 2005 Hyundai Tucson is newer by 16 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 2,655 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Hyundai Tucson is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Hyundai Tucson (165 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 1989 Ford Escort. (74 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Hyundai Tucson should accelerate faster than 1989 Ford Escort.
Because 2005 Hyundai Tucson 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, 2005 Hyundai Tucson 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, 2005 Hyundai Tucson (245 Nm) has 136 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Ford Escort. (109 Nm). This means 2005 Hyundai Tucson will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Ford Escort | 2005 Hyundai Tucson | |
| Make | Ford | Hyundai |
| Model | Escort | Tucson |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1390 cc | 2655 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 165 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 109 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 74 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2740 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 65 L |
