1989 Ford Escort vs. 2010 Mercury Mountaineer
To start off, 2010 Mercury Mountaineer is newer by 21 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 4,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Mercury Mountaineer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mercury Mountaineer (210 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 151 more horse power than 1989 Ford Escort. (59 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mercury Mountaineer should accelerate faster than 1989 Ford Escort.
Because 2010 Mercury Mountaineer 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 2010 Mercury Mountaineer. 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, 2010 Mercury Mountaineer (344 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 235 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Ford Escort. (109 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2010 Mercury Mountaineer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Ford Escort | 2010 Mercury Mountaineer | |
Make | Ford | Mercury |
Model | Escort | Mountaineer |
Year Released | 1989 | 2010 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1700 cc | 4000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 210 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 109 Nm | 344 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 4915 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1872 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1826 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2888 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 85 L |