1998 Chevrolet Metro vs. 1984 Ford Escort
To start off, 1998 Chevrolet Metro is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Ford Escort would be higher. At 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Ford Escort is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Ford Escort (78 HP) has 25 more horse power than 1998 Chevrolet Metro. (53 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Ford Escort should accelerate faster than 1998 Chevrolet Metro.
Let's talk about torque, 1984 Ford Escort (128 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Chevrolet Metro. (79 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1984 Ford Escort will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Chevrolet Metro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Chevrolet Metro | 1984 Ford Escort | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
| Model | Metro | Escort |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1984 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 999 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 78 HP |
| Torque | 79 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2410 mm |
