1996 Ford Escort vs. 1994 Porsche 965
To start off, 1996 Ford Escort is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Porsche 965. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Porsche 965 would be higher. At 3,599 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 Porsche 965 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Porsche 965 (355 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 281 more horse power than 1996 Ford Escort. (74 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Porsche 965 should accelerate faster than 1996 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Porsche 965 weights approximately 340 kg more than 1996 Ford Escort. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1994 Porsche 965 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 1994 Porsche 965. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 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, 1994 Porsche 965 (530 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 415 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Ford Escort. (115 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1994 Porsche 965 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Ford Escort | 1994 Porsche 965 | |
Make | Ford | Porsche |
Model | Escort | 965 |
Year Released | 1996 | 1994 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1391 cc | 3599 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 355 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 115 Nm | 530 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1130 kg | 1470 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1310 mm |