1992 Ford Escort vs. 2012 BMW 318
To start off, 2012 BMW 318 is newer by 20 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 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 BMW 318 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW 318 (143 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1992 Ford Escort. (129 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW 318 should accelerate faster than 1992 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW 318 weights approximately 340 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2012 BMW 318 (320 Nm) has 158 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Ford Escort. (162 Nm). This means 2012 BMW 318 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Ford Escort | 2012 BMW 318 | |
| Make | Ford | BMW |
| Model | Escort | 318 |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 143 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 162 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.6 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 84 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1155 kg | 1495 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4624 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1811 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1429 mm |
