1989 Ford Escort vs. 2007 Ford E-150
To start off, 2007 Ford E-150 is newer by 18 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 4,605 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Ford E-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ford E-150 (226 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 167 more horse power than 1989 Ford Escort. (59 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford E-150 should accelerate faster than 1989 Ford Escort.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Ford E-150 (388 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 279 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Ford Escort. (109 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2007 Ford E-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Ford Escort | 2007 Ford E-150 | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Escort | E-150 |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1700 cc | 4605 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 226 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 109 Nm | 388 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 5390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 2060 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 3510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 132 L |
