1992 Ford Escort vs. 2011 Chevrolet Spark
To start off, 2011 Chevrolet Spark is newer by 19 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 1,324 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Ford Escort is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Chevrolet Spark (65 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1992 Ford Escort. (62 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Chevrolet Spark should accelerate faster than 1992 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Ford Escort weights approximately 110 kg more than 2011 Chevrolet Spark.
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, 1992 Ford Escort (99 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Chevrolet Spark. (87 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1992 Ford Escort will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Chevrolet Spark.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Ford Escort | 2011 Chevrolet Spark | |
| Make | Ford | Chevrolet |
| Model | Escort | Spark |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1324 cc | 995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 65 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 99 Nm | 87 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 149 km/hour | 149 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 905 kg | 795 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 3500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2350 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 35 L |
