1989 Ford Escort vs. 2005 Noble M12
To start off, 2005 Noble M12 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 2,968 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Noble M12 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Noble M12 (335 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 274 more horse power than 1989 Ford Escort. (61 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Noble M12 should accelerate faster than 1989 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Noble M12 weights approximately 165 kg more than 1989 Ford Escort. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Noble M12 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2005 Noble M12. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Ford Escort, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Noble M12 (485 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 385 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Ford Escort. (100 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Noble M12 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Ford Escort | 2005 Noble M12 | |
Make | Ford | Noble |
Model | Escort | M12 |
Year Released | 1989 | 2005 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1297 cc | 2968 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 61 HP | 335 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 100 Nm | 485 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 885 kg | 1050 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 4100 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1150 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2440 mm |