1991 Ford Escort vs. 2000 Seat Salsa
To start off, 2000 Seat Salsa is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Ford Escort would be higher. At 2,791 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Seat Salsa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Seat Salsa (247 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 160 more horse power than 1991 Ford Escort. (87 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Seat Salsa should accelerate faster than 1991 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Seat Salsa weights approximately 475 kg more than 1991 Ford Escort. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Seat Salsa is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1991 Ford Escort. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Seat Salsa 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, 2000 Seat Salsa (302 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 156 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Ford Escort. (146 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2000 Seat Salsa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Ford Escort | 2000 Seat Salsa | |
| Make | Ford | Seat |
| Model | Escort | Salsa |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1858 cc | 2791 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 302 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1095 kg | 1570 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2590 mm |
