1989 Ford Escort vs. 2012 SsangYong Rodius
To start off, 2012 SsangYong Rodius is newer by 23 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 3,199 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 SsangYong Rodius is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 SsangYong Rodius (217 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 143 more horse power than 1989 Ford Escort. (74 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 SsangYong Rodius should accelerate faster than 1989 Ford Escort.
Because 2012 SsangYong Rodius 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, 2012 SsangYong Rodius 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, 2012 SsangYong Rodius (312 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 203 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Ford Escort. (109 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 SsangYong Rodius will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Ford Escort. 2012 SsangYong Rodius 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. 2012 SsangYong Rodius will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1989 Ford Escort | 2012 SsangYong Rodius | |
Make | Ford | SsangYong |
Model | Escort | Rodius |
Year Released | 1989 | 2012 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1390 cc | 3199 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 217 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 109 Nm | 312 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 89.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 74 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 5130 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1920 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 3010 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 80 L |