1990 Ford Escort vs. 2010 Hyundai H1
To start off, 2010 Hyundai H1 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 2,359 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Hyundai H1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Hyundai H1 (169 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1990 Ford Escort. (89 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Hyundai H1 should accelerate faster than 1990 Ford Escort.
Let's talk about torque, 2010 Hyundai H1 (224 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Ford Escort. (144 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2010 Hyundai H1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Ford Escort | 2010 Hyundai H1 | |
| Make | Ford | Hyundai |
| Model | Escort | H1 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1859 cc | 2359 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 169 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 144 Nm | 224 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 9 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 5130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1940 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 3210 mm |
