1992 Ford Escort vs. 2012 Chevrolet Captiva
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Captiva 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 2,231 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Chevrolet Captiva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Chevrolet Captiva (161 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1992 Ford Escort. (104 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Chevrolet Captiva should accelerate faster than 1992 Ford Escort.
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, 2012 Chevrolet Captiva (350 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 215 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Ford Escort. (135 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2012 Chevrolet Captiva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Ford Escort | 2012 Chevrolet Captiva | |
| Make | Ford | Chevrolet |
| Model | Escort | Captiva |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 2231 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4673 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1849 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1756 mm |
