1990 Ford Escort vs. 1999 Pontiac Sunfire
To start off, 1999 Pontiac Sunfire is newer by 9 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 2,201 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Pontiac Sunfire is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Pontiac Sunfire (115 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1990 Ford Escort. (89 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Pontiac Sunfire should accelerate faster than 1990 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Pontiac Sunfire weights approximately 175 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, 1999 Pontiac Sunfire (183 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Ford Escort. (144 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1999 Pontiac Sunfire will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Ford Escort | 1999 Pontiac Sunfire | |
Make | Ford | Pontiac |
Model | Escort | Sunfire |
Year Released | 1990 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1859 cc | 2201 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 115 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 144 Nm | 183 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1025 kg | 1200 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2650 mm |