1995 Ford Escort vs. 1996 Hyundai Tiburon
To start off, 1996 Hyundai Tiburon 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 1,834 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Hyundai Tiburon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Hyundai Tiburon (130 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1995 Ford Escort. (74 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Hyundai Tiburon should accelerate faster than 1995 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Hyundai Tiburon weights approximately 127 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.
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, 1996 Hyundai Tiburon (166 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Ford Escort. (114 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1996 Hyundai Tiburon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Ford Escort | 1996 Hyundai Tiburon | |
| Make | Ford | Hyundai |
| Model | Escort | Tiburon |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1391 cc | 1834 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 130 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 114 Nm | 166 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1130 kg | 1257 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1310 mm |
