1992 Ford Escort vs. 1999 Ford F-150
To start off, 1999 Ford F-150 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Ford Escort would be higher. At 4,195 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Ford Escort (224 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1999 Ford F-150. (202 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Ford Escort should accelerate faster than 1999 Ford F-150. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Ford F-150 weights approximately 768 kg more than 1992 Ford Escort.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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, 1999 Ford F-150 (338 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Ford Escort. (304 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1999 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Ford Escort | 1999 Ford F-150 | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Escort | F-150 |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1993 cc | 4195 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 224 HP | 202 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 304 Nm | 338 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1307 kg | 2075 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 5230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 3050 mm |
