1990 Ford Escort vs. 2012 Geely CK
To start off, 2012 Geely CK is newer by 22 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, 2012 Geely CK (93 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1990 Ford Escort. (87 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Geely CK should accelerate faster than 1990 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Ford Escort weights approximately 55 kg more than 2012 Geely CK.
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 18 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Geely CK. (128 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1990 Ford Escort will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Geely CK.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Ford Escort | 2012 Geely CK | |
| Make | Ford | Geely |
| Model | Escort | CK |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1859 cc | 1498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1095 kg | 1040 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1450 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2440 mm |
