1990 Ford Escort vs. 2009 Hyundai i10
To start off, 2009 Hyundai i10 is newer by 19 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 (87 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 2009 Hyundai i10. (66 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Ford Escort should accelerate faster than 2009 Hyundai i10. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Ford Escort weights approximately 95 kg more than 2009 Hyundai i10. 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, 1990 Ford Escort (146 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Hyundai i10. (99 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1990 Ford Escort will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Hyundai i10.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Ford Escort | 2009 Hyundai i10 | |
| Make | Ford | Hyundai |
| Model | Escort | i10 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1859 cc | 1086 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 66 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 99 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1095 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 3570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2390 mm |
