1990 Ford Escort vs. 2013 Porsche Panamera
To start off, 2013 Porsche Panamera is newer by 23 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 4,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Porsche Panamera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Porsche Panamera (424 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 365 more horse power than 1990 Ford Escort. (59 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Porsche Panamera should accelerate faster than 1990 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Porsche Panamera weights approximately 855 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 2013 Porsche Panamera is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Ford Escort. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Porsche Panamera 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, 2013 Porsche Panamera (521 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 411 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Ford Escort. (110 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2013 Porsche Panamera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Ford Escort | 2013 Porsche Panamera | |
Make | Ford | Porsche |
Model | Escort | Panamera |
Year Released | 1990 | 2013 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1753 cc | 4800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | single |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 424 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6700 RPM |
Torque | 110 Nm | 521 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Electric |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Single Speed |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1065 kg | 1920 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 4970 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 2114 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1408 mm |