1989 Ford Escort vs. 2010 Volkswagen Eos
To start off, 2010 Volkswagen Eos 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 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Volkswagen Eos is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Volkswagen Eos (138 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1989 Ford Escort. (59 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Volkswagen Eos should accelerate faster than 1989 Ford Escort.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Volkswagen Eos (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 211 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Ford Escort. (109 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2010 Volkswagen Eos will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Ford Escort | 2010 Volkswagen Eos | |
| Make | Ford | Volkswagen |
| Model | Escort | Eos |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1700 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 109 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 4423 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1791 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1444 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2578 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 55 L |
