1990 Ford Escort vs. 2005 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2005 Subaru Forester 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 2,457 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Subaru Forester is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Subaru Forester (150 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1990 Ford Escort. (89 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Subaru Forester should accelerate faster than 1990 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Subaru Forester weights approximately 373 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.
Because 2005 Subaru Forester 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, 2005 Subaru Forester 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, 2005 Subaru Forester (223 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Ford Escort. (144 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2005 Subaru Forester will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Ford Escort | 2005 Subaru Forester | |
Make | Ford | Subaru |
Model | Escort | Forester |
Year Released | 1990 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1859 cc | 2457 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 150 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 144 Nm | 223 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1025 kg | 1398 kg |
Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2530 mm |