1991 Ford Escort vs. 2006 Ford Bantam
To start off, 2006 Ford Bantam is newer by 15 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 1,858 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Ford Escort is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Ford Escort (87 HP) has 13 more horse power than 2006 Ford Bantam. (74 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Ford Escort should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Bantam. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Bantam weights approximately 620 kg more than 1991 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, 1991 Ford Escort (146 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Bantam. (110 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1991 Ford Escort will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Bantam.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Ford Escort | 2006 Ford Bantam | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Escort | Bantam |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1858 cc | 1297 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 74 HP |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1095 kg | 1715 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 5390 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2670 mm |
