1992 Ford Escort vs. 2010 Ford Galaxy
To start off, 2010 Ford Galaxy is newer by 18 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Ford Galaxy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Ford Galaxy (113 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1992 Ford Escort. (69 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Ford Galaxy should accelerate faster than 1992 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Ford Galaxy weights approximately 610 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, 2010 Ford Galaxy (170 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Ford Escort. (101 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Ford Galaxy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Ford Escort | 2010 Ford Galaxy | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Escort | Galaxy |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1392 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 69 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 101 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77.2 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 74.3 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 163 km/hour | 177 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 15.7 seconds | 15.4 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 1650 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2840 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 70 L |
