1993 Ford Escort vs. 1987 Porsche 911
To start off, 1993 Ford Escort is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 3,164 cc (6 cylinders), 1987 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Porsche 911 (231 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 161 more horse power than 1993 Ford Escort. (70 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1993 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Porsche 911 weights approximately 107 kg more than 1993 Ford Escort. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1987 Porsche 911 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1987 Porsche 911. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 Ford Escort, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1987 Porsche 911 (283 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 169 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Ford Escort. (114 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1987 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Ford Escort | 1987 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Ford | Porsche |
| Model | Escort | 911 |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1987 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1390 cc | 3164 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 231 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 114 Nm | 283 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77.2 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 74.3 mm | 74.4 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1065 kg | 1172 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1330 mm |
