1989 Ford Escort vs. 2006 Volkswagen LT 35 HR Panel Van
To start off, 2006 Volkswagen LT 35 HR Panel Van 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 2,500 cc, 2006 Volkswagen LT 35 HR Panel Van is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Volkswagen LT 35 HR Panel Van (108 HP) has 19 more horse power than 1989 Ford Escort. (89 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Volkswagen LT 35 HR Panel Van should accelerate faster than 1989 Ford Escort.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Volkswagen LT 35 HR Panel Van (280 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 136 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Ford Escort. (144 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2006 Volkswagen LT 35 HR Panel Van will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Ford Escort | 2006 Volkswagen LT 35 HR Panel Van | |
| Make | Ford | Volkswagen |
| Model | Escort | LT 35 HR Panel Van |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1859 cc | 2500 cc |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 108 HP |
| Torque | 144 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 5590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 2580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 3560 mm |
