1992 Ford Escort vs. 2013 GMC Yukon
To start off, 2013 GMC Yukon is newer by 21 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 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 GMC Yukon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 GMC Yukon (316 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 187 more horse power than 1992 Ford Escort. (129 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 GMC Yukon should accelerate faster than 1992 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 GMC Yukon weights approximately 1316 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, 2013 GMC Yukon (454 Nm) has 292 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Ford Escort. (162 Nm). This means 2013 GMC Yukon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Ford Escort | 2013 GMC Yukon | |
| Make | Ford | GMC |
| Model | Escort | Yukon |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 5300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 316 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 162 Nm | 454 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.6 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 92 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1155 kg | 2471 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 5131 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 2007 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1954 mm |
