1990 Ford Escort vs. 2013 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2013 Subaru Forester 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 2,500 cc (16 cylinders), 2013 Subaru Forester is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Subaru Forester (221 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 134 more horse power than 1990 Ford Escort. (87 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Subaru Forester should accelerate faster than 1990 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Subaru Forester weights approximately 475 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 Subaru Forester 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 Subaru Forester 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 Subaru Forester (306 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Ford Escort. (146 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2013 Subaru Forester will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Ford Escort | 2013 Subaru Forester | |
Make | Ford | Subaru |
Model | Escort | Forester |
Year Released | 1990 | 2013 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1859 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 16 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | electric |
Horse Power | 87 HP | 221 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 146 Nm | 306 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel / Electric Hybrid |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1095 kg | 1570 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 2006 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2615 mm |