1989 Ford Escort vs. 2006 Volkswagen Touran
To start off, 2006 Volkswagen Touran 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 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Volkswagen Touran is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Volkswagen Touran (90 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1989 Ford Escort. (61 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Volkswagen Touran should accelerate faster than 1989 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Volkswagen Touran weights approximately 277 kg more than 1989 Ford Escort. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Volkswagen Touran (210 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Ford Escort. (100 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Volkswagen Touran will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Ford Escort. 2006 Volkswagen Touran has automatic transmission and 1989 Ford Escort has manual transmission. 1989 Ford Escort will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Volkswagen Touran will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Ford Escort | 2006 Volkswagen Touran | |
| Make | Ford | Volkswagen |
| Model | Escort | Touran |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1297 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 61 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 19.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 149 km/hour | 171 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 885 kg | 1162 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 60 L |
