1995 Ford Escort vs. 2012 Hyundai Getz
To start off, 2012 Hyundai Getz is newer by 17 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 1,753 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Ford Escort is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Hyundai Getz (104 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1995 Ford Escort. (70 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Hyundai Getz should accelerate faster than 1995 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Hyundai Getz weights approximately 185 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, 2012 Hyundai Getz (143 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Ford Escort. (133 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2012 Hyundai Getz will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Ford Escort | 2012 Hyundai Getz | |
| Make | Ford | Hyundai |
| Model | Escort | Getz |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1753 cc | 1594 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 143 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 76.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 87 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1135 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 3830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1670 mm |
