1990 Ford Escort vs. 1995 Ford Versailles
To start off, 1995 Ford Versailles is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Ford Escort would be higher. At 1,859 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Ford Escort is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Ford Versailles (91 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1990 Ford Escort. (87 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Ford Versailles should accelerate faster than 1990 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, 1990 Ford Escort (146 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Ford Versailles. (144 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1990 Ford Escort will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Ford Versailles.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Ford Escort | 1995 Ford Versailles | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Escort | Versailles |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1859 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 91 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2560 mm |
