1992 Ford Escort vs. 2011 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2011 Subaru Forester 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 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Subaru Forester is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Subaru Forester (145 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 1992 Ford Escort. (69 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Subaru Forester should accelerate faster than 1992 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Subaru Forester weights approximately 510 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 Subaru Forester is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1992 Ford Escort. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Subaru Forester will offer significantly more control. 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 Subaru Forester (350 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 249 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Ford Escort. (101 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Subaru Forester will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
1992 Ford Escort | 2011 Subaru Forester | |
Make | Ford | Subaru |
Model | Escort | Forester |
Year Released | 1992 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1392 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 69 HP | 145 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 101 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Top Speed | 163 km/hour | 187 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 15.7 seconds | 10.3 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 1550 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 4559 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1781 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1674 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2616 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 64 L |