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 111 more horse power than 1992 Ford Escort. (106 HP @ 5500 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 815 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.
Because 2000 SsangYong Rexton is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1992 Ford Escort. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 SsangYong Rexton will offer significantly more control. 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, 2000 SsangYong Rexton (318 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 165 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Ford Escort. (153 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2000 SsangYong Rexton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Ford Escort. 2000 SsangYong Rexton has automatic transmission and 1992 Ford Escort has manual transmission. 1992 Ford Escort will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 SsangYong Rexton will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Ford Escort | 2000 SsangYong Rexton | |
| Make | Ford | SsangYong |
| Model | Escort | Rexton |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1794 cc | 3197 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 153 Nm | 318 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.6 mm | 89.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 187 km/hour | 182 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1085 kg | 1900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2830 mm |
