1993 Ford Escort vs. 2009 Land Rover Range Rover
To start off, 2009 Land Rover Range Rover is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Ford Escort would be higher. At 4,197 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Land Rover Range Rover is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Land Rover Range Rover (400 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 313 more horse power than 1993 Ford Escort. (87 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Land Rover Range Rover should accelerate faster than 1993 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Land Rover Range Rover weights approximately 1191 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 2009 Land Rover Range Rover is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1993 Ford Escort. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Land Rover Range Rover 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, 2009 Land Rover Range Rover (570 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 424 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Ford Escort. (146 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2009 Land Rover Range Rover will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
1993 Ford Escort | 2009 Land Rover Range Rover | |
Make | Ford | Land Rover |
Model | Escort | Range Rover |
Year Released | 1993 | 2009 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1859 cc | 4197 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 87 HP | 400 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 146 Nm | 570 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1095 kg | 2286 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4980 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1960 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1910 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2890 mm |