1989 Ford Escort vs. 2009 Jeep Grand Cherokee
To start off, 2009 Jeep Grand Cherokee is newer by 20 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 5,654 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Jeep Grand Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Jeep Grand Cherokee (381 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 307 more horse power than 1989 Ford Escort. (74 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Jeep Grand Cherokee should accelerate faster than 1989 Ford Escort.
Because 2009 Jeep Grand Cherokee 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, 2009 Jeep Grand Cherokee 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, 2009 Jeep Grand Cherokee (548 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 439 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Ford Escort. (109 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Jeep Grand Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Ford Escort. 2009 Jeep Grand Cherokee has automatic transmission and 1989 Ford Escort has manual transmission. 1989 Ford Escort will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Jeep Grand Cherokee will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Ford Escort | 2009 Jeep Grand Cherokee | |
| Make | Ford | Jeep |
| Model | Escort | Grand Cherokee |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1390 cc | 5654 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 381 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 109 Nm | 548 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2790 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 80 L |
