1992 Ford Escort vs. 2011 Porsche 911
To start off, 2011 Porsche 911 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 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Porsche 911 (450 HP @ 7900 RPM) has 344 more horse power than 1992 Ford Escort. (106 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1992 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Porsche 911 weights approximately 285 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.
Because 2011 Porsche 911 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2011 Porsche 911. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 Ford Escort, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2011 Porsche 911 (429 Nm @ 6750 RPM) has 276 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Ford Escort. (153 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
1992 Ford Escort | 2011 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Ford | Porsche |
Model | Escort | 911 |
Year Released | 1992 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1794 cc | 3800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 106 HP | 450 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 7900 RPM |
Torque | 153 Nm | 429 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 6750 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1085 kg | 1370 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 4491 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1852 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2355 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 67 L |