1989 Ford Escort vs. 2006 GMC Envoy
To start off, 2006 GMC Envoy is newer by 17 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 4,163 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 GMC Envoy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 GMC Envoy (291 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 232 more horse power than 1989 Ford Escort. (59 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 GMC Envoy should accelerate faster than 1989 Ford Escort.
Because 2006 GMC Envoy 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, 2006 GMC Envoy 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, 2006 GMC Envoy (376 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 267 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Ford Escort. (109 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2006 GMC Envoy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Ford Escort | 2006 GMC Envoy | |
| Make | Ford | GMC |
| Model | Escort | Envoy |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1700 cc | 4163 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 291 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 109 Nm | 376 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2880 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 83 L |
