1995 Ford Escort vs. 2013 Chevrolet Tahoe
To start off, 2013 Chevrolet Tahoe is newer by 18 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 6,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Chevrolet Tahoe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Chevrolet Tahoe (327 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 268 more horse power than 1995 Ford Escort. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Chevrolet Tahoe should accelerate faster than 1995 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Chevrolet Tahoe weights approximately 1579 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 2013 Chevrolet Tahoe is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2013 Chevrolet Tahoe. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Ford Escort, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2013 Chevrolet Tahoe (498 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 398 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Ford Escort. (100 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2013 Chevrolet Tahoe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Ford Escort | 2013 Chevrolet Tahoe | |
| Make | Ford | Chevrolet |
| Model | Escort | Tahoe |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1299 cc | 6000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 327 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 498 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 101 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 91 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1105 kg | 2684 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 5131 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 2007 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2946 mm |
