1992 Ford Escort vs. 2007 Hyundai Trajet
To start off, 2007 Hyundai Trajet 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 1,975 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Hyundai Trajet is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Hyundai Trajet (139 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 1992 Ford Escort. (62 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Hyundai Trajet should accelerate faster than 1992 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Hyundai Trajet weights approximately 1005 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.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than 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, 2007 Hyundai Trajet (184 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Ford Escort. (99 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2007 Hyundai Trajet will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Ford Escort | 2007 Hyundai Trajet | |
| Make | Ford | Hyundai |
| Model | Escort | Trajet |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1324 cc | 1975 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 139 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 99 Nm | 184 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 149 km/hour | 170 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 905 kg | 1910 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2840 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 65 L |
