1989 Ford Escort vs. 2011 Hyundai Terracan
To start off, 2011 Hyundai Terracan 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 3,496 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Hyundai Terracan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Hyundai Terracan (191 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 132 more horse power than 1989 Ford Escort. (59 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Hyundai Terracan should accelerate faster than 1989 Ford Escort.
Because 2011 Hyundai Terracan 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 Hyundai Terracan 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 Hyundai Terracan (300 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 191 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Ford Escort. (109 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2011 Hyundai Terracan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Ford Escort | 2011 Hyundai Terracan | |
| Make | Ford | Hyundai |
| Model | Escort | Terracan |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1700 cc | 3496 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 191 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 109 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 85.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 75 L |
