1990 Ford Escort vs. 2005 Hyundai Accent
To start off, 2005 Hyundai Accent is newer by 15 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, 1990 Ford Escort (89 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2005 Hyundai Accent. (81 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Ford Escort should accelerate faster than 2005 Hyundai Accent. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Hyundai Accent weights approximately 180 kg more 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, 2005 Hyundai Accent (182 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Ford Escort. (144 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2005 Hyundai Accent will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Ford Escort | 2005 Hyundai Accent | |
Make | Ford | Hyundai |
Model | Escort | Accent |
Year Released | 1990 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1859 cc | 1493 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 81 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 144 Nm | 182 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1025 kg | 1205 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4220 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2450 mm |