1989 Ford Escort vs. 2012 Volkswagen GTD
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen GTD 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 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Volkswagen GTD is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Volkswagen GTD (168 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 1989 Ford Escort. (61 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Volkswagen GTD should accelerate faster than 1989 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Volkswagen GTD weights approximately 524 kg more than 1989 Ford Escort. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2012 Volkswagen GTD (350 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 250 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Ford Escort. (100 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 Volkswagen GTD will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Ford Escort | 2012 Volkswagen GTD | |
| Make | Ford | Volkswagen |
| Model | Escort | GTD |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1297 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 61 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 149 km/hour | 222 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 885 kg | 1409 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 4213 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1786 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1501 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2578 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 55 L |
