1989 Ford Escort vs. 2013 Acura ILX
To start off, 2013 Acura ILX is newer by 24 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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Acura ILX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Acura ILX (148 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1989 Ford Escort. (74 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Acura ILX 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, 2013 Acura ILX (233 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 124 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Ford Escort. (109 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2013 Acura ILX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Ford Escort | 2013 Acura ILX | |
Make | Ford | Acura |
Model | Escort | ILX |
Year Released | 1989 | 2013 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1390 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 8 valves |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 109 Nm | 233 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 74 mm | 99 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 4550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1794 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1412 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2670 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 70 L |