1992 Ford Escort vs. 2005 Volvo V50
To start off, 2005 Volvo V50 is newer by 13 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 2,521 cc (5 cylinders), 2005 Volvo V50 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Ford Escort (224 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 2005 Volvo V50. (197 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Ford Escort should accelerate faster than 2005 Volvo V50. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volvo V50 weights approximately 127 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, 2005 Volvo V50 (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Ford Escort. (304 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 Volvo V50 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
1992 Ford Escort | 2005 Volvo V50 | |
Make | Ford | Volvo |
Model | Escort | V50 |
Year Released | 1992 | 2005 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1993 cc | 2521 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 224 HP | 197 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 304 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90.8 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 93.2 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1307 kg | 1434 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2670 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 58 L |