1989 Ford Escort vs. 2007 Hyundai Atos
To start off, 2007 Hyundai Atos 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 1,297 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Ford Escort is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Ford Escort (61 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2007 Hyundai Atos. (60 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Ford Escort should accelerate faster than 2007 Hyundai Atos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Ford Escort weights approximately 88 kg more than 2007 Hyundai Atos. 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, 1989 Ford Escort (100 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Hyundai Atos. (87 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1989 Ford Escort will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Hyundai Atos.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Ford Escort | 2007 Hyundai Atos | |
| Make | Ford | Hyundai |
| Model | Escort | Atos |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1297 cc | 1086 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 61 HP | 60 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 87 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 885 kg | 797 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 3570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2390 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 35 L |
