1989 Ford Escort vs. 2007 Porsche 911
To start off, 2007 Porsche 911 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 3,824 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Porsche 911 (355 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 296 more horse power than 1989 Ford Escort. (59 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1989 Ford Escort.
Because 2007 Porsche 911 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 Ford Escort. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Porsche 911 will offer significantly more control. 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 Porsche 911 (401 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 292 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Ford Escort. (109 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2007 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Ford Escort | 2007 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Ford | Porsche |
Model | Escort | 911 |
Year Released | 1989 | 2007 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1700 cc | 3824 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 355 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 109 Nm | 401 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 100 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 76 mm |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 4470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2360 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 67 L |