1990 Ford Escort vs. 2011 Bugatti Veyron
To start off, 2011 Bugatti Veyron is newer by 21 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 7,993 cc (16 cylinders), 2011 Bugatti Veyron is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Bugatti Veyron (987 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 898 more horse power than 1990 Ford Escort. (89 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Bugatti Veyron should accelerate faster than 1990 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Bugatti Veyron weights approximately 862 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 2011 Bugatti Veyron 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, 2011 Bugatti Veyron 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, 2011 Bugatti Veyron (1,250 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 1106 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Ford Escort. (144 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2011 Bugatti Veyron will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Ford Escort | 2011 Bugatti Veyron | |
Make | Ford | Bugatti |
Model | Escort | Veyron |
Year Released | 1990 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1859 cc | 7993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 16 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | W |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 987 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 144 Nm | 1250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1025 kg | 1887 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 2010 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1220 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2710 mm |