1991 Ford Escort vs. 2009 Porsche 911
To start off, 2009 Porsche 911 is newer by 18 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 3,599 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Porsche 911 (409 HP @ 7600 RPM) has 322 more horse power than 1991 Ford Escort. (87 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1991 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Porsche 911 weights approximately 330 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 2009 Porsche 911 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2009 Porsche 911. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 Ford Escort, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2009 Porsche 911 (405 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 259 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Ford Escort. (146 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2009 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Ford Escort | 2009 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Ford | Porsche |
| Model | Escort | 911 |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1858 cc | 3599 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 409 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 7600 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 405 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1095 kg | 1425 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1290 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2360 mm |
