1995 Ford Escort vs. 1996 Ford Aspire
To start off, 1996 Ford Aspire is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Ford Escort would be higher. At 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Ford Escort is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Ford Escort (89 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1996 Ford Aspire. (63 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Ford Escort should accelerate faster than 1996 Ford Aspire. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Ford Escort weights approximately 212 kg more than 1996 Ford Aspire. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Ford Escort (134 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Ford Aspire. (100 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1995 Ford Escort will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Ford Aspire.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Ford Escort | 1996 Ford Aspire | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Escort | Aspire |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 1297 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1142 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2310 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 37 L |
