1996 Ford Escort vs. 1999 Tata E220
To start off, 1999 Tata E220 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 2,199 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Tata E220 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Tata E220 (148 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1996 Ford Escort. (112 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Tata E220 should accelerate faster than 1996 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Tata E220 weights approximately 244 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 1999 Tata E220 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 1999 Tata E220. 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, 1999 Tata E220 (210 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Ford Escort. (173 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1999 Tata E220 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Ford Escort | 1999 Tata E220 | |
| Make | Ford | Tata |
| Model | Escort | E220 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1988 cc | 2199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 112 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 173 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1130 kg | 1374 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2810 mm |
