1989 Ford Escort vs. 2005 Porsche Carrera GT
To start off, 2005 Porsche Carrera GT 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 5,733 cc (10 cylinders), 2005 Porsche Carrera GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Porsche Carrera GT (604 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 545 more horse power than 1989 Ford Escort. (59 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Porsche Carrera GT should accelerate faster than 1989 Ford Escort.
Because 2005 Porsche Carrera GT 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 Porsche Carrera GT. 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 Porsche Carrera GT (590 Nm @ 5750 RPM) has 481 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Ford Escort. (109 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2005 Porsche Carrera GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Ford Escort | 2005 Porsche Carrera GT | |
| Make | Ford | Porsche |
| Model | Escort | Carrera GT |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1700 cc | 5733 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 604 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 8000 RPM |
| Torque | 109 Nm | 590 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 98 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 12.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1170 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 92 L |
