1996 Ford Escort vs. 1998 Ford Maverick
To start off, 1998 Ford Maverick is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Ford Escort would be higher. At 2,389 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Ford Maverick is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Ford Maverick (116 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1996 Ford Escort. (74 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Ford Maverick should accelerate faster than 1996 Ford Escort.
Let's talk about torque, 1998 Ford Maverick (198 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Ford Escort. (114 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1998 Ford Maverick will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Ford Escort | 1998 Ford Maverick | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Escort | Maverick |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1389 cc | 2389 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 116 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 114 Nm | 198 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1860 mm |
