1989 Ford Escort vs. 2007 Porsche Cayman
To start off, 2007 Porsche Cayman 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 2,686 cc, 2007 Porsche Cayman is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Porsche Cayman (245 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 171 more horse power than 1989 Ford Escort. (74 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Porsche Cayman should accelerate faster than 1989 Ford Escort.
Because 2007 Porsche Cayman is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2007 Porsche Cayman. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Ford Escort, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Cayman (273 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 164 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Ford Escort. (109 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Porsche Cayman 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 Cayman | |
Make | Ford | Porsche |
Model | Escort | Cayman |
Year Released | 1989 | 2007 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1390 cc | 2686 cc |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 245 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 109 Nm | 273 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 74 mm | 78 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 11.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 4350 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1310 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1810 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2420 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 64 L |