1995 Ford Escort vs. 2007 Volkswagen Jetta
To start off, 2007 Volkswagen Jetta is newer by 12 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 1,968 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Volkswagen Jetta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volkswagen Jetta (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 1995 Ford Escort. (70 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volkswagen Jetta should accelerate faster than 1995 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volkswagen Jetta weights approximately 260 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, 2007 Volkswagen Jetta (321 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 188 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Ford Escort. (133 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2007 Volkswagen Jetta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Ford Escort | 2007 Volkswagen Jetta | |
| Make | Ford | Volkswagen |
| Model | Escort | Jetta |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1753 cc | 1968 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 321 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1135 kg | 1395 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1470 mm |
