1995 Ford Escort vs. 1999 Hyundai Tiburon
To start off, 1999 Hyundai Tiburon is newer by 4 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 1,797 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Hyundai Tiburon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Hyundai Tiburon (140 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 1995 Ford Escort. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Hyundai Tiburon should accelerate faster than 1995 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Hyundai Tiburon weights approximately 885 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, 1999 Hyundai Tiburon (165 Nm) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Ford Escort. (100 Nm). This means 1999 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 | 1999 Hyundai Tiburon | |
| Make | Ford | Hyundai |
| Model | Escort | Tiburon |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1299 cc | 1797 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1105 kg | 1990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2480 mm |
