1992 Ford Escort vs. 2012 Chevrolet Orlando
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Orlando 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 2,384 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Chevrolet Orlando is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Chevrolet Orlando (174 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 112 more horse power than 1992 Ford Escort. (62 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Chevrolet Orlando should accelerate faster than 1992 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Chevrolet Orlando weights approximately 695 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 2012 Chevrolet Orlando 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, 2012 Chevrolet Orlando 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, 2012 Chevrolet Orlando (232 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 133 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Ford Escort. (99 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2012 Chevrolet Orlando 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 Orlando | |
| Make | Ford | Chevrolet |
| Model | Escort | Orlando |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1324 cc | 2384 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 174 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6700 RPM |
| Torque | 99 Nm | 232 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 905 kg | 1600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 4652 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1836 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1633 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2760 mm |
