1989 Ford Escort vs. 2013 BMW X1
To start off, 2013 BMW X1 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 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 BMW X1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 BMW X1 (296 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 237 more horse power than 1989 Ford Escort. (59 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW X1 should accelerate faster than 1989 Ford Escort.
Because 2013 BMW X1 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 Ford Escort. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 BMW X1 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, 2013 BMW X1 (407 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 298 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Ford Escort. (109 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2013 BMW X1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Ford Escort | 2013 BMW X1 | |
Make | Ford | BMW |
Model | Escort | X1 |
Year Released | 1989 | 2013 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1700 cc | 2979 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 296 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 109 Nm | 407 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.2 :1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 4484 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 2044 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1545 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 63 L |