1990 Ford Escort vs. 2004 Volkswagen Touran
To start off, 2004 Volkswagen Touran is newer by 14 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 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Volkswagen Touran is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Volkswagen Touran (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1990 Ford Escort. (89 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Volkswagen Touran should accelerate faster than 1990 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Volkswagen Touran weights approximately 289 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, 2004 Volkswagen Touran (200 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Ford Escort. (130 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2004 Volkswagen Touran will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Ford Escort | 2004 Volkswagen Touran | |
| Make | Ford | Volkswagen |
| Model | Escort | Touran |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 92.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1309 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1660 mm |
