1992 Ford Escort vs. 2002 Ford Explorer
To start off, 2002 Ford Explorer is newer by 10 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 4,009 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Ford Explorer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Ford Explorer (210 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 1992 Ford Escort. (129 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Ford Explorer should accelerate faster than 1992 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Ford Explorer weights approximately 784 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, 2002 Ford Explorer (335 Nm) has 173 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Ford Escort. (162 Nm). This means 2002 Ford Explorer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Ford Escort | 2002 Ford Explorer | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Escort | Explorer |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 4009 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 162 Nm | 335 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.6 mm | 100.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 84.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1155 kg | 1939 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 5240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1790 mm |
