1990 Ford Escort vs. 2012 Hyundai i20
To start off, 2012 Hyundai i20 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 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Ford Escort is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Ford Escort (104 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2012 Hyundai i20. (99 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Ford Escort should accelerate faster than 2012 Hyundai i20. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Hyundai i20 weights approximately 161 kg more than 1990 Ford Escort.
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, 2012 Hyundai i20 (220 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Ford Escort. (135 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2012 Hyundai i20 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Ford Escort | 2012 Hyundai i20 | |
Make | Ford | Hyundai |
Model | Escort | i20 |
Year Released | 1990 | 2012 |
Body Type | Convertible | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1396 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 99 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 135 Nm | 220 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1065 kg | 1226 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 3940 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1490 mm |