1989 Ford Escort vs. 2008 Volkswagen Jetta
To start off, 2008 Volkswagen Jetta is newer by 19 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 2,480 cc (5 cylinders), 2008 Volkswagen Jetta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Volkswagen Jetta (170 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 1989 Ford Escort. (74 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Volkswagen Jetta should accelerate faster than 1989 Ford Escort.
Because 2008 Volkswagen Jetta 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, 2008 Volkswagen Jetta 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, 2008 Volkswagen Jetta (240 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 131 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Ford Escort. (109 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Volkswagen Jetta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Ford Escort | 2008 Volkswagen Jetta | |
Make | Ford | Volkswagen |
Model | Escort | Jetta |
Year Released | 1989 | 2008 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1390 cc | 2480 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 170 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 109 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 4560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 55 L |