1992 Ford Escort vs. 1986 Porsche 944
To start off, 1992 Ford Escort is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Porsche 944. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Porsche 944 would be higher. At 2,479 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Porsche 944 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Porsche 944 (145 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1992 Ford Escort. (129 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Porsche 944 should accelerate faster than 1992 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Porsche 944 weights approximately 190 kg more than 1992 Ford Escort. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1986 Porsche 944 (196 Nm) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Ford Escort. (162 Nm). This means 1986 Porsche 944 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Ford Escort | 1986 Porsche 944 | |
| Make | Ford | Porsche |
| Model | Escort | 944 |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 2479 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 145 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 162 Nm | 196 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.6 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 78.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1155 kg | 1345 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1280 mm |
