1995 Ford Escort vs. 1997 Ford Maverick
To start off, 1997 Ford Maverick is newer by 2 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 2,388 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Ford Maverick is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Ford Maverick (116 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1995 Ford Escort. (70 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Ford Maverick should accelerate faster than 1995 Ford Escort.
Let's talk about torque, 1997 Ford Maverick (197 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Ford Escort. (132 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1997 Ford Maverick will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Ford Escort | 1997 Ford Maverick | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Escort | Maverick |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1751 cc | 2388 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 116 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 132 Nm | 197 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1860 mm |
