1990 Ford Escort vs. 1998 Ford Galaxy
To start off, 1998 Ford Galaxy is newer by 8 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Ford Galaxy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Ford Galaxy (118 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1990 Ford Escort. (89 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Ford Galaxy should accelerate faster than 1990 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Ford Galaxy weights approximately 654 kg more than 1990 Ford Escort. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1998 Ford Galaxy (172 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Ford Escort. (144 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1998 Ford Galaxy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Ford Escort | 1998 Ford Galaxy | |
Make | Ford | Ford |
Model | Escort | Galaxy |
Year Released | 1990 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1859 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 144 Nm | 172 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1025 kg | 1679 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4620 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1740 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2830 mm |