1995 Ford Escort vs. 1995 Tata E

To start off, both 1995 Ford Escort and 1995 Tata E were released in the same year (1995). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,199 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Tata E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Tata E (148 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1995 Ford Escort. (90 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Tata E should accelerate faster than 1995 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Tata E weights approximately 235 kg more than 1995 Ford Escort. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 1995 Tata E 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 1995 Tata E. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 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, 1995 Tata E (210 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Ford Escort. (134 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1995 Tata E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Ford Escort.

Compare all specifications:

1995 Ford Escort 1995 Tata E
Make Ford Tata
Model Escort E
Year Released 1995 1995
Engine Size 1597 cc 2199 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 90 HP 148 HP
Engine RPM 5500 RPM 5500 RPM
Torque 134 Nm 210 Nm
Torque RPM 3000 RPM 4000 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Vehicle Weight 1135 kg 1370 kg
Vehicle Length 4310 mm 4750 mm
Vehicle Width 1710 mm 1750 mm
Vehicle Height 1450 mm 1440 mm


 

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