1995 Ford Escort vs. 2010 Dodge Ram
To start off, 2010 Dodge Ram is newer by 15 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 5,654 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Dodge Ram (345 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 255 more horse power than 1995 Ford Escort. (90 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 1995 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Dodge Ram weights approximately 556 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.
Because 2010 Dodge Ram is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 Ford Escort. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Dodge Ram will offer significantly more control. 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, 2010 Dodge Ram (510 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 376 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Ford Escort. (134 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Ford Escort. 2010 Dodge Ram has automatic transmission and 1995 Ford Escort has manual transmission. 1995 Ford Escort will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Dodge Ram will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Ford Escort | 2010 Dodge Ram | |
| Make | Ford | Dodge |
| Model | Escort | Ram |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 5654 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 345 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 510 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1135 kg | 1691 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 6350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 2000 mm |
