1989 Ford Escort vs. 2011 Chevrolet Silverado
To start off, 2011 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 22 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 5,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Chevrolet Silverado (360 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 286 more horse power than 1989 Ford Escort. (74 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 1989 Ford Escort.
Because 2011 Chevrolet Silverado 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, 2011 Chevrolet Silverado 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, 2011 Chevrolet Silverado (516 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 407 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Ford Escort. (109 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Ford Escort. 2011 Chevrolet Silverado 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. 2011 Chevrolet Silverado will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Ford Escort | 2011 Chevrolet Silverado | |
| Make | Ford | Chevrolet |
| Model | Escort | Silverado |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1390 cc | 5999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 360 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 109 Nm | 516 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 5720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 2440 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 3380 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 129 L |
