1989 Ford Escort vs. 2007 Ford Galaxy
To start off, 2007 Ford Galaxy 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 1,894 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Ford Galaxy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ford Galaxy (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1989 Ford Escort. (59 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford Galaxy should accelerate faster than 1989 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Ford Galaxy weights approximately 809 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, 2007 Ford Galaxy (240 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Ford Escort. (110 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2007 Ford Galaxy 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 Galaxy | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Escort | Galaxy |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1753 cc | 1894 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 21.5:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1739 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2840 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 70 L |
