1989 Ford Escort vs. 2006 Pontiac SV 6
To start off, 2006 Pontiac SV 6 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 3,491 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Pontiac SV 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Pontiac SV 6 (196 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 122 more horse power than 1989 Ford Escort. (74 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Pontiac SV 6 should accelerate faster than 1989 Ford Escort.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Pontiac SV 6 (289 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 180 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Ford Escort. (109 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Pontiac SV 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Ford Escort | 2006 Pontiac SV 6 | |
Make | Ford | Pontiac |
Model | Escort | SV 6 |
Year Released | 1989 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1390 cc | 3491 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 196 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 109 Nm | 289 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 74 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.4:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 5230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1840 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 3080 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 95 L |