1992 Ford Escort vs. 2000 SsangYong Rexton
To start off, 2000 SsangYong Rexton is newer by 8 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 3,197 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 SsangYong Rexton is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 SsangYong Rexton (217 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 1992 Ford Escort. (129 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 SsangYong Rexton should accelerate faster than 1992 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 SsangYong Rexton weights approximately 745 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, 2000 SsangYong Rexton (318 Nm) has 156 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Ford Escort. (162 Nm). This means 2000 SsangYong Rexton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Ford Escort | 2000 SsangYong Rexton | |
| Make | Ford | SsangYong |
| Model | Escort | Rexton |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 3197 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 162 Nm | 318 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.6 mm | 89.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 84 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1155 kg | 1900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1770 mm |
