1990 Ford Escort vs. 1981 Subaru Coupe
To start off, 1990 Ford Escort is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Subaru Coupe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Subaru Coupe would be higher. At 1,753 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Ford Escort is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Subaru Coupe (67 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1990 Ford Escort. (59 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Subaru Coupe should accelerate faster than 1990 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Ford Escort weights approximately 150 kg more than 1981 Subaru Coupe.
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, 1981 Subaru Coupe (114 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Ford Escort. (110 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1981 Subaru Coupe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Ford Escort | 1981 Subaru Coupe | |
Make | Ford | Subaru |
Model | Escort | Coupe |
Year Released | 1990 | 1981 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1753 cc | 1593 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 67 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 110 Nm | 114 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1065 kg | 915 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 4160 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1360 mm |