1992 Ford Escort vs. 2007 Chevrolet Cobalt
To start off, 2007 Chevrolet Cobalt is newer by 15 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 2,199 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Chevrolet Cobalt is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Chevrolet Cobalt (148 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1992 Ford Escort. (129 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chevrolet Cobalt should accelerate faster than 1992 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Chevrolet Cobalt weights approximately 106 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, 2007 Chevrolet Cobalt (206 Nm) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Ford Escort. (162 Nm). This means 2007 Chevrolet Cobalt will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Ford Escort | 2007 Chevrolet Cobalt | |
| Make | Ford | Chevrolet |
| Model | Escort | Cobalt |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 2199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 162 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1155 kg | 1261 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1460 mm |
