1998 Ford Escort vs. 1991 Saturn Sports Coupe
To start off, 1998 Ford Escort is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Saturn Sports Coupe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Saturn Sports Coupe would be higher. At 1,901 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Saturn Sports Coupe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Saturn Sports Coupe (123 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1998 Ford Escort. (74 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Saturn Sports Coupe should accelerate faster than 1998 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Ford Escort weights approximately 90 kg more than 1991 Saturn Sports Coupe.
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, 1991 Saturn Sports Coupe (164 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Ford Escort. (114 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1991 Saturn Sports Coupe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Ford Escort | 1991 Saturn Sports Coupe | |
Make | Ford | Saturn |
Model | Escort | Sports Coupe |
Year Released | 1998 | 1991 |
Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1391 cc | 1901 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 123 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 114 Nm | 164 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1080 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1290 mm |