1990 Ford Escort vs. 2010 BMW 120
To start off, 2010 BMW 120 is newer by 20 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 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 BMW 120 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 BMW 120 (175 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 116 more horse power than 1990 Ford Escort. (59 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW 120 should accelerate faster than 1990 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 BMW 120 weights approximately 460 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 2010 BMW 120 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2010 BMW 120. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Ford Escort, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2010 BMW 120 (350 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 240 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Ford Escort. (110 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2010 BMW 120 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Ford Escort | 2010 BMW 120 | |
Make | Ford | BMW |
Model | Escort | 120 |
Year Released | 1990 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1753 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 175 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 110 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1065 kg | 1525 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 4370 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1430 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1760 mm |