1989 Ford Escort vs. 2013 Mitsubishi Outlander
To start off, 2013 Mitsubishi Outlander 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 2,998 cc (24 cylinders), 2013 Mitsubishi Outlander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Mitsubishi Outlander (227 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 153 more horse power than 1989 Ford Escort. (74 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Mitsubishi Outlander should accelerate faster than 1989 Ford Escort.
Because 2013 Mitsubishi Outlander 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, 2013 Mitsubishi Outlander 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 Mitsubishi Outlander (292 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 183 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Ford Escort. (109 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2013 Mitsubishi Outlander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Ford Escort | 2013 Mitsubishi Outlander | |
Make | Ford | Mitsubishi |
Model | Escort | Outlander |
Year Released | 1989 | 2013 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1390 cc | 2998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 24 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | electric |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 227 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 109 Nm | 292 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 74 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel / Electric Hybrid |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 4665 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1680 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2670 mm |