1996 Ford Escort vs. 1999 Saturn SC
To start off, 1999 Saturn SC is newer by 3 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 1,988 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Ford Escort is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Ford Escort (131 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1999 Saturn SC. (100 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Ford Escort should accelerate faster than 1999 Saturn SC. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Ford Escort weights approximately 107 kg more than 1999 Saturn SC. 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, 1996 Ford Escort (172 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Saturn SC. (158 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1996 Ford Escort will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Saturn SC.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Ford Escort | 1999 Saturn SC | |
| Make | Ford | Saturn |
| Model | Escort | SC |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1988 cc | 1901 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 131 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 172 Nm | 158 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1152 kg | 1045 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2610 mm |
