1990 Ford Escort vs. 2003 SsangYong Korando
To start off, 2003 SsangYong Korando is newer by 13 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 2,295 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 SsangYong Korando is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 SsangYong Korando (138 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1990 Ford Escort. (87 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 SsangYong Korando should accelerate faster than 1990 Ford Escort.
Because 2003 SsangYong Korando is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Ford Escort. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 SsangYong Korando 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, 2003 SsangYong Korando (209 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Ford Escort. (146 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2003 SsangYong Korando will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Ford Escort | 2003 SsangYong Korando | |
| Make | Ford | SsangYong |
| Model | Escort | Korando |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1859 cc | 2295 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 209 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2490 mm |
