1989 Ford Escort vs. 2006 Hyundai Terracan

To start off, 2006 Hyundai Terracan 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 2,902 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Hyundai Terracan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Hyundai Terracan (161 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 1989 Ford Escort. (74 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Hyundai Terracan should accelerate faster than 1989 Ford Escort.

Because 2006 Hyundai Terracan 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 Hyundai Terracan 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 Hyundai Terracan (346 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 237 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Ford Escort. (109 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Hyundai Terracan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Ford Escort.

Compare all specifications:

1989 Ford Escort 2006 Hyundai Terracan
Make Ford Hyundai
Model Escort Terracan
Year Released 1989 2006
Body Type Station Wagon SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1390 cc 2902 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 74 HP 161 HP
Engine RPM 5600 RPM 3800 RPM
Torque 109 Nm 346 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 1750 RPM
Engine Bore Size 77 mm 97.1 mm
Engine Stroke Size 74 mm 98 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline Diesel
Drive Type Front 4WD
Number of Doors 4 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Length 4090 mm 4720 mm
Vehicle Width 1650 mm 1870 mm
Vehicle Height 1400 mm 1800 mm
Wheelbase Size 2410 mm 2760 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 54 L 75 L


 

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