1992 Ford Escort vs. 2011 Volkswagen Touran
To start off, 2011 Volkswagen Touran 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 1,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Volkswagen Touran is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Volkswagen Touran (138 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1992 Ford Escort. (69 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Volkswagen Touran should accelerate faster than 1992 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Volkswagen Touran weights approximately 476 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, 2011 Volkswagen Touran (220 Nm @ 1550 RPM) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Ford Escort. (101 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Volkswagen Touran will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Ford Escort | 2011 Volkswagen Touran | |
| Make | Ford | Volkswagen |
| Model | Escort | Touran |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1392 cc | 1400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 69 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 101 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1550 RPM |
| Top Speed | 163 km/hour | 201 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 15.7 seconds | 9.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 1516 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 60 L |
