1990 Ford Escort vs. 2010 Hyundai Atos
To start off, 2010 Hyundai Atos 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 1,753 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Ford Escort is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Ford Escort (59 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2010 Hyundai Atos. (58 HP @ 5450 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Ford Escort should accelerate faster than 2010 Hyundai Atos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Ford Escort weights approximately 7 kg more than 2010 Hyundai Atos. 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 (110 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Hyundai Atos. (83 Nm @ 2850 RPM). This means 1990 Ford Escort will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Hyundai Atos. 2010 Hyundai Atos has automatic transmission and 1990 Ford Escort has manual transmission. 1990 Ford Escort will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Hyundai Atos will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Ford Escort | 2010 Hyundai Atos | |
| Make | Ford | Hyundai |
| Model | Escort | Atos |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1753 cc | 1086 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 58 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5450 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 83 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2850 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1065 kg | 1058 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 3570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1580 mm |
