1995 Ford Escort vs. 1999 Saturn SL
To start off, 1999 Saturn SL 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 1,901 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Saturn SL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Saturn SL (100 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1995 Ford Escort. (74 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Saturn SL should accelerate faster than 1995 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Ford Escort weights approximately 75 kg more than 1999 Saturn SL.
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 Saturn SL (158 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Ford Escort. (114 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1999 Saturn SL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Ford Escort | 1999 Saturn SL | |
| Make | Ford | Saturn |
| Model | Escort | SL |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1391 cc | 1901 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 114 Nm | 158 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1130 kg | 1055 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1400 mm |
